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Microlite and Hiddenite Physical Properties

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
5.5
3.15-3.21
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct
1,2 prismatic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
LiAlSi2O6

Microlite and Hiddenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microlite and Hiddenite 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 Microlite and Hiddenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Microlite- (Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi2O6

Microlite and Hiddenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Microlite and Hiddenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Microlite and Hiddenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Microlite is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Hiddenite is 3.15-3.21.