Milarite and Carletonite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
2.52-2.60
2.45
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal
Conchoidal
Cleavage
{0001} Imperfect, {1120} Imperfect
Perfect on {001}, good on {110}
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
4-4.5
Chemical Composition
KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
KNa 4Ca 4Si 8O 18(CO 3) 4(OH,F) · H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Milarite and Carletonite Chemical Formula
While comparing Milarite and Carletonite 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 Milarite and Carletonite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Milarite- KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Carletonite- KNa 4Ca 4Si 8O 18(CO 3) 4(OH,F) · H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Milarite and Carletonite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Milarite and Carletonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Milarite and Carletonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Milarite is 2.45 whereas that of Carletonite is 2.45.