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Libyan Desert Glass and Anthophyllite Physical Properties


Anthophyllite and Libyan Desert Glass Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2   
2.9-3.5   

Fracture
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Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
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{110} Perfect, {???} Distinct, {???} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
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5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
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(Mg,Fe2+ ) 2(Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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Libyan Desert Glass and Anthophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Libyan Desert Glass and Anthophyllite 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 Libyan Desert Glass and Anthophyllite chemical formula.

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Libyan Desert Glass and Anthophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Libyan Desert Glass and Anthophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Libyan Desert Glass and Anthophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Libyan Desert Glass is 2.9-3.5 whereas that of Anthophyllite is 2.9-3.5.

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