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Melanite and Lazulite Physical Properties


Lazulite and Melanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.70-4.10   
3.04-3.17   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

Cleavage
Not Available   
{001} Indistinct, {???} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
5.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
(Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references   

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Melanite and Lazulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Melanite and Lazulite 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 Lazulite chemical formula.

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Melanite and Lazulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Melanite and Lazulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Melanite and Lazulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Melanite is 3.04-3.17 whereas that of Lazulite is 3.04-3.17.

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