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Nosean and Kornerupine Physical Properties


Kornerupine and Nosean Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.30-2.40   
3.25-3.45   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven   

Cleavage
{110} Perfect   
Good on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
6.5   

Chemical Composition
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   
Mg 3Al 6(Si,Al,B) 5O 21(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

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Nosean and Kornerupine Chemical Formula

While comparing Nosean and Kornerupine 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 Nosean and Kornerupine chemical formula.

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Nosean and Kornerupine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nosean and Kornerupine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nosean and Kornerupine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nosean is 3.25-3.45 whereas that of Kornerupine is 3.25-3.45.

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