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Mimetite and Jasper Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
7.102.58-2.91
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
[10 1 1] Imperfect
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.56.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2

Mimetite and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Mimetite and Jasper 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 Mimetite and Jasper chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Mimetite- Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO2

Mimetite and Jasper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Mimetite and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Mimetite and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Mimetite is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.