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Papagoite and Sunstone 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
3.252.62-2.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic
Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect in one direction
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.56
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Microcline: KAlSi3O8 Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Papagoite and Sunstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Papagoite and Sunstone 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 Sunstone chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Sunstone- Microcline: KAlSi3O8 Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Papagoite and Sunstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Papagoite and Sunstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Papagoite and Sunstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Papagoite is 2.62-2.65 whereas that of Sunstone is 2.62-2.65.