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Lawsonite and Tektite Physical Properties


Tektite and Lawsonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.09   
2.34-2.51   

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   
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Chemical Composition
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Lawsonite and Tektite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lawsonite and Tektite 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 Tektite chemical formula.

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Lawsonite and Tektite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Lawsonite and Tektite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Lawsonite and Tektite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Lawsonite is 2.34-2.51 whereas that of Tektite is 2.34-2.51.

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