Melanite and Chiastolite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.70-4.10
3.00-3.15
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
5-5.5
Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Melanite and Chiastolite Chemical Formula
While comparing Melanite and Chiastolite 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 Melanite and Chiastolite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Melanite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
- Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Melanite and Chiastolite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Melanite and Chiastolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Melanite and Chiastolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Melanite is 3.00-3.15 whereas that of Chiastolite is 3.00-3.15.