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Lazulite and Polyhalite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.04-3.17
2.78
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Indistinct, {???} Indistinct
Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5
3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references
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Lazulite and Polyhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lazulite and Polyhalite 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 Lazulite and Polyhalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Lazulite- (Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references
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Lazulite and Polyhalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Lazulite and Polyhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Lazulite and Polyhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Lazulite is 2.78 whereas that of Polyhalite is 2.78.