Meionite and Pietersite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.78
  
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Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
  
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Cleavage
{???} Distinct, {???} Indistinct
  
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Mohs Hardness
5-6
  
5
  
Chemical Composition
3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  
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Meionite and Pietersite Chemical Formula
While comparing Meionite and Pietersite 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 Pietersite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Meionite- 3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Meionite and Pietersite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Meionite and Pietersite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Meionite and Pietersite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Meionite is Not Available whereas that of Pietersite is Not Available.