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Lepidocrocite and Marialite Physical Properties


Marialite and Lepidocrocite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4   
2.50   

Fracture
Uneven   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
{010} Perfect   
Distinct on {100} and {110}   

Mohs Hardness
5   
5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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Lepidocrocite and Marialite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lepidocrocite and Marialite 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 Lepidocrocite and Marialite chemical formula.

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Lepidocrocite and Marialite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Lepidocrocite and Marialite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Lepidocrocite and Marialite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Lepidocrocite is 2.50 whereas that of Marialite is 2.50.

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