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Melanite and Citrine Physical Properties


Citrine and Melanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.70-4.10   
2.65   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
ConchoidalMichael O’Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
Not Available   
Indiscernible   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
7   

Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
SiO2   

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Melanite and Citrine Chemical Formula

While comparing Melanite and Citrine 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 Citrine chemical formula.

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Melanite and Citrine Specific Gravity

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

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