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Melanite and Iolite Physical Properties


Iolite and Melanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.70-4.10   
2.6-2.7   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
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Cleavage
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3,1   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
Mg2Al4Si5O18   

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Melanite and Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Melanite and Iolite 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 Iolite chemical formula.

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Melanite and Iolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Melanite and Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Melanite and Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Melanite is 2.6-2.7 whereas that of Iolite is 2.6-2.7.

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