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Lepidocrocite and Papagoite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4
3.25
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect
Imperfect in one direction
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Lepidocrocite and Papagoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lepidocrocite and Papagoite 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 Papagoite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Lepidocrocite and Papagoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Lepidocrocite and Papagoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Lepidocrocite and Papagoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Lepidocrocite is 3.25 whereas that of Papagoite is 3.25.