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Leucite and Sphalerite Physical Properties


Sphalerite and Leucite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.45-2.50  
3.95-4.10  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Poor on {110}  
{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
KAlSi 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
(Zn,Fe)SMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Leucite and Sphalerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Leucite and Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite chemical formula.

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Leucite and Sphalerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Leucite and Sphalerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Leucite and Sphalerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Leucite is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Sphalerite is 3.95-4.10.

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