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Nosean and Serpentine Physical Properties


Serpentine and Nosean Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.30-2.40   
2.44-2.62   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

Cleavage
{110} Perfect   
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Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
2.5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   
H 4Mg 3Si 2O 9Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

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Nosean and Serpentine Chemical Formula

While comparing Nosean and Serpentine 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 Serpentine chemical formula.

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Nosean and Serpentine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nosean and Serpentine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nosean and Serpentine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nosean is 2.44-2.62 whereas that of Serpentine is 2.44-2.62.

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