Marialite and Fluorite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
slightly water soluble and in hot hydrochloric acid
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.50
3.00-3.25
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Cleavage
Distinct on {100} and {110}
Octahedral, perfect on {111}, parting on {011}
Chemical Composition
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
CaF2
Marialite and Fluorite Chemical Formula
While comparing Marialite and Fluorite 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 Fluorite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
- Chemical formula of Fluorite- CaF2
Marialite and Fluorite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marialite and Fluorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marialite and Fluorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marialite is 3.00-3.25 whereas that of Fluorite is 3.00-3.25.