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Nosean and Shigaite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Moderately flexible
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.30-2.402.32
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Flexible Flexible fragments.
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect
Perfect on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available2
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
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Nosean and Shigaite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nosean and Shigaite 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 Shigaite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Nosean- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
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Nosean and Shigaite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nosean and Shigaite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nosean and Shigaite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nosean is 2.32 whereas that of Shigaite is 2.32.