Marialite and Cinnabar Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Slightly sectile
Solubility
Not Available
1.04 x 10−25 g per 100 ml water (Ksp at 25°C = 2 x 10−32)
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Cleavage
Distinct on {100} and {110}
Prismatic {10 1 0}, perfect
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
2-2.5
Chemical Composition
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
HgSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Marialite and Cinnabar Chemical Formula
While comparing Marialite and Cinnabar 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 Marialite and Cinnabar chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
- Chemical formula of Cinnabar- HgSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Marialite and Cinnabar Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marialite and Cinnabar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marialite and Cinnabar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marialite is 2 whereas that of Cinnabar is 2.