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Meionite and Amethyst Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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insoluble in common solvents
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.782.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Distinct, {???} Indistinct
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-67
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
SiO2

Meionite and Amethyst Chemical Formula

While comparing Meionite and Amethyst 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 Meionite and Amethyst chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Meionite- 3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Amethyst- SiO2

Meionite and Amethyst Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Meionite and Amethyst Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Meionite and Amethyst Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Meionite is 2.65 whereas that of Amethyst is 2.65.