Marialite and Hematite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.50
5.00-5.30
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Distinct on {100} and {110}
None, may show partings on {0001} and {10 1 1}
Chemical Composition
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Marialite and Hematite Chemical Formula
While comparing Marialite and Hematite 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 Hematite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
- Chemical formula of Hematite- Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Marialite and Hematite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marialite and Hematite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marialite and Hematite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marialite is 5.00-5.30 whereas that of Hematite is 5.00-5.30.