Montebrasite and Tahitian pearl Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.98-3.10
  
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Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
  
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Cleavage
{100} Perfect, {110} Good, {011} Distinct
  
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Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
  
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Chemical Composition
LiAl(PO 4)(OH,F)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  
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Montebrasite and Tahitian pearl Chemical Formula
While comparing Montebrasite and Tahitian pearl 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 Montebrasite and Tahitian pearl chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Montebrasite- LiAl(PO 4)(OH,F)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
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Montebrasite and Tahitian pearl Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Montebrasite and Tahitian pearl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Montebrasite and Tahitian pearl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Montebrasite is Not Available whereas that of Tahitian pearl is Not Available.