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Papagoite and Albite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.25
2.60-2.65
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect in one direction
Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Papagoite and Albite Chemical Formula

While comparing Papagoite and Albite 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 Papagoite and Albite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Papagoite and Albite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Papagoite and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Papagoite and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Papagoite is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.

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