Mohawkite and Papagoite Physical Properties

Mohawkite

Papagoite

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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

Not Available3.25

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

Imperfect in one direction

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.55-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Mohawkite and Papagoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mohawkite and Papagoite 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 Mohawkite and Papagoite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Mohawkite and Papagoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Mohawkite and Papagoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Mohawkite and Papagoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Mohawkite is 3.25 whereas that of Papagoite is 3.25.