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Odontolite and Diaspore Physical Properties


Diaspore and Odontolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Very brittle   

Solubility
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insoluble   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.00   
3.30-3.40   

Fracture
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Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
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{010} perfect, {110} distinct, {100} in traces   

Mohs Hardness
5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
AlO(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

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Odontolite and Diaspore Chemical Formula

While comparing Odontolite and Diaspore 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 Odontolite and Diaspore chemical formula.

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Odontolite and Diaspore Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Odontolite and Diaspore Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Odontolite and Diaspore Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Odontolite is 3.30-3.40 whereas that of Diaspore is 3.30-3.40.

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