Painite and Iolite Physical Properties

Painite

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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

4.00-4.032.6-2.7

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

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1.6 Cleavage

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3,1

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.5-87-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

CaZrBAl 9O 18Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

Painite and Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Painite and Iolite 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 Painite and Iolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Painite- CaZrBAl 9O 18Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

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Painite and Iolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Painite and Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Painite and Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Painite is 2.6-2.7 whereas that of Iolite is 2.6-2.7.