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Padparadscha and Thomsonite 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
3.95-4.10
2.25-2.40
1.5 Fracture
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UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
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perfect on {010}; good on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
9
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Padparadscha and Thomsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Padparadscha and Thomsonite 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 Padparadscha and Thomsonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Padparadscha- Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Thomsonite- NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Padparadscha and Thomsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Padparadscha and Thomsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Padparadscha and Thomsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Padparadscha is 2.25-2.40 whereas that of Thomsonite is 2.25-2.40.