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Melanite and Lawsonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.70-4.10
3.09
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
White, Yellow, Pale blue, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
8
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Melanite and Lawsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Melanite and Lawsonite 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 Lawsonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Melanite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Melanite and Lawsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Melanite and Lawsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Melanite and Lawsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Melanite is 3.09 whereas that of Lawsonite is 3.09.