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Libyan Desert Glass and Marialite Physical Properties


Marialite and Libyan Desert Glass Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2   
2.50   

Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
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Distinct on {100} and {110}   

Mohs Hardness
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5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
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3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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Libyan Desert Glass and Marialite Chemical Formula

While comparing Libyan Desert Glass and Marialite 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 Marialite chemical formula.

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Libyan Desert Glass and Marialite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Libyan Desert Glass and Marialite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Libyan Desert Glass and Marialite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Libyan Desert Glass is 2.50 whereas that of Marialite is 2.50.

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