Londonite and Moss Agate Physical Properties

Londonite

Moss Agate

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.34

2.58-2.64

1.5 Fracture

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

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1.6 Cleavage

None

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

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6.5-7

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Cs,K,Rb)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Londonite and Moss Agate Chemical Formula

While comparing Londonite and Moss Agate 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 Londonite and Moss Agate chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Londonite- (Cs,K,Rb)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Moss Agate- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

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Londonite and Moss Agate Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Londonite and Moss Agate Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Londonite and Moss Agate Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Londonite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Moss Agate is 2.58-2.64.