Leucite and Celestine Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.45-2.50
3.90-4.00
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
Poor on {110}
Perfect on {001}, good on {210}, poor on {010}
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
3-3.5
Chemical Composition
KAlSi 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SrSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Leucite and Celestine Chemical Formula
While comparing Leucite and Celestine 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 Leucite and Celestine chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Leucite- KAlSi 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Celestine- SrSO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Leucite and Celestine Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Leucite and Celestine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Leucite and Celestine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Leucite is 3.90-4.00 whereas that of Celestine is 3.90-4.00.