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Meionite and Lawsonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.783.09
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
White, Yellow, Pale blue, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Distinct, {???} Indistinct
Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-68
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Meionite and Lawsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Meionite and Lawsonite 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 Lawsonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Meionite- 3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Meionite and Lawsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Meionite and Lawsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Meionite and Lawsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Meionite is 3.09 whereas that of Lawsonite is 3.09.