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Moss Agate and Montebrasite 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
2.58-2.64
2.98-3.10
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
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{100} Perfect, {110} Good, {011} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
LiAl(PO 4)(OH,F)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Moss Agate and Montebrasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moss Agate and Montebrasite 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 Moss Agate and Montebrasite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Moss Agate- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Montebrasite- LiAl(PO 4)(OH,F)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Moss Agate and Montebrasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moss Agate and Montebrasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moss Agate and Montebrasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moss Agate is 2.98-3.10 whereas that of Montebrasite is 2.98-3.10.

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