Paraiba and Polyhalite Physical Properties

Paraiba

Polyhalite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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Soluble

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.04-3.132.78

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.53.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Paraiba and Polyhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Paraiba and Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite chemical formula.

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Paraiba and Polyhalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Paraiba and Polyhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Paraiba and Polyhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Paraiba is 2.78 whereas that of Polyhalite is 2.78.