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Mellite and Jet Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.58-1.60
1.19-1.35
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
{011} Imperfect
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
2
2.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2(Cl 2O 12) · 18H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Mellite and Jet Chemical Formula

While comparing Mellite and Jet 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 Mellite and Jet chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Mellite- Al 2(Cl 2O 12) · 18H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Mellite and Jet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Mellite and Jet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Mellite and Jet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Mellite is 1.19-1.35 whereas that of Jet is 1.19-1.35.