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Melanite and Pearl Physical Properties


Pearl 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   
2.60-2.85   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
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none   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
2.5-4.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
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Melanite and Pearl Chemical Formula

While comparing Melanite and Pearl 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 Pearl chemical formula.

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Melanite and Pearl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Melanite and Pearl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Melanite and Pearl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Melanite is 2.60-2.85 whereas that of Pearl is 2.60-2.85.

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