Melanite and Cyprine of Berzelius Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.70-4.10
  
3.25-3.50
  
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
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Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
  
6-7
  
Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  
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Melanite and Cyprine of Berzelius Chemical Formula
While comparing Melanite and Cyprine of Berzelius 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 Cyprine of Berzelius chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Melanite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Melanite and Cyprine of Berzelius Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Melanite and Cyprine of Berzelius Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Melanite and Cyprine of Berzelius Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Melanite is 3.25-3.50 whereas that of Cyprine of Berzelius is 3.25-3.50.