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Montebrasite and Tigers Eye Physical Properties

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
2.98-3.10
2.58-2.64
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{100} Perfect, {110} Good, {011} Distinct
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAl(PO 4)(OH,F)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
SiO2

Montebrasite and Tigers Eye Chemical Formula

While comparing Montebrasite and Tigers Eye 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 Tigers Eye chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Montebrasite- LiAl(PO 4)(OH,F)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Tigers Eye- SiO2

Montebrasite and Tigers Eye Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Montebrasite and Tigers Eye Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Montebrasite and Tigers Eye Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Montebrasite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Tigers Eye is 2.58-2.64.