Paraiba and Lepidolite Physical Properties

Paraiba

Lepidolite

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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

3.04-3.132.80-2.90

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

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{001} perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.52.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Paraiba and Lepidolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Paraiba and Lepidolite 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 Lepidolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Lepidolite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Paraiba and Lepidolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Paraiba and Lepidolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Paraiba and Lepidolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Paraiba is 2.80-2.90 whereas that of Lepidolite is 2.80-2.90.