Marialite and Pearl Physical Properties

Marialite

Pearl

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.502.60-2.85

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on {100} and {110}

none

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-62.5-4.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Marialite and Pearl Chemical Formula

While comparing Marialite and Pearl 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 Pearl chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Marialite and Pearl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marialite and Pearl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marialite and Pearl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marialite is 2.60-2.85 whereas that of Pearl is 2.60-2.85.