Milarite and Selenite Physical Properties

Milarite

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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

2.52-2.60Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic

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1.6 Cleavage

{0001} Imperfect, {1120} Imperfect

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-62

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Milarite and Selenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Milarite and Selenite 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 Selenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Milarite- KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Milarite and Selenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Milarite and Selenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Milarite and Selenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Milarite is Not Available whereas that of Selenite is Not Available.