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Paraiba and Charlesite Physical Properties


Charlesite and Paraiba Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.04-3.13   
1.79   

Fracture
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Irregular/uneven, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
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Perfect on {10bar10}   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
2.5   

Chemical Composition
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Ca6(Al,Si)2(SO4)2B(OH)4(OH,O)12•26(H2O)   

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Paraiba and Charlesite Chemical Formula

While comparing Paraiba and Charlesite 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 Paraiba and Charlesite chemical formula.

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Paraiba and Charlesite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Paraiba and Charlesite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Paraiba and Charlesite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Paraiba is 1.79 whereas that of Charlesite is 1.79.

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