Leucite and Clinothulite Physical Properties

Leucite

Clinothulite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.45-2.50Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

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1.6 Cleavage

Poor on {110}

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

KAlSi 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Leucite and Clinothulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Leucite and Clinothulite 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 Clinothulite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Leucite- KAlSi 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Leucite and Clinothulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Leucite and Clinothulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Leucite and Clinothulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Leucite is Not Available whereas that of Clinothulite is Not Available.