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Meionite and Shigaite Physical Properties


Shigaite and Meionite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Moderately flexible   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.78   
2.32   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Flexible Flexible fragments.   

Cleavage
{???} Distinct, {???} Indistinct   
Perfect on {0001}   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
2   

Chemical Composition
3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
Not Available   

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Meionite and Shigaite Chemical Formula

While comparing Meionite and Shigaite 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 Shigaite chemical formula.

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Meionite and Shigaite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Meionite and Shigaite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Meionite and Shigaite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Meionite is 2.32 whereas that of Shigaite is 2.32.

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