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Lawsonite and Bronzite Physical Properties


Bronzite and Lawsonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
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Solubility
Not Available   
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.09   
3.35   

Fracture
White, Yellow, Pale blue, Brittle, Uneven   
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Cleavage
Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}   
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Mohs Hardness
8   
5.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
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Lawsonite and Bronzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lawsonite and Bronzite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Lawsonite and Bronzite chemical formula.

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Lawsonite and Bronzite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Lawsonite and Bronzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Lawsonite and Bronzite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Lawsonite is 3.35 whereas that of Bronzite is 3.35.

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