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Marialite and Erythrite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Sectile
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.50
3.06
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Sectile Curved shavings or scrapings produced by a knife blade, (e.g. graphite).
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {100} and {110}
Perfect on {010}; poor on {100} and { 1 02}.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
Not Available
1.8 Chemical Composition
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Co3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)

Marialite and Erythrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Marialite and Erythrite 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 Erythrite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Erythrite- Co3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)

Marialite and Erythrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marialite and Erythrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marialite and Erythrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marialite is 3.06 whereas that of Erythrite is 3.06.