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Montebrasite and Tsavorite Physical Properties


Tsavorite and Montebrasite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.98-3.10  
3.55-3.73  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
{100} Perfect, {110} Good, {011} Distinct  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
LiAl(PO 4)(OH,F)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references  
Ca3Al2(SiO4)3  

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Montebrasite and Tsavorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Montebrasite and Tsavorite 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 Tsavorite chemical formula.

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Montebrasite and Tsavorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Montebrasite and Tsavorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Montebrasite and Tsavorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Montebrasite is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Tsavorite is 3.55-3.73.

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