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Mohawkite and Xonotlite Physical Properties


Xonotlite and Mohawkite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
2.71-2.72  

Fracture
-  
Fibrous  

Cleavage
None  
{???} Good  

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
Cu3As  
Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Mohawkite and Xonotlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mohawkite and Xonotlite 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 Xonotlite chemical formula.

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Mohawkite and Xonotlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Mohawkite and Xonotlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Mohawkite and Xonotlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Mohawkite is 2.71-2.72 whereas that of Xonotlite is 2.71-2.72.

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