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Milarite and Chrysoprase 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
2.52-2.60
2.58-2.64
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{0001} Imperfect, {1120} Imperfect
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Milarite and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Milarite and Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Milarite- KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Milarite and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Milarite and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Milarite and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Milarite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.