Paraiba and Sylvite Physical Properties

Paraiba

Sylvite

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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

3.04-3.131.993

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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Perfect on [100], [010], [001]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.52.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Paraiba and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Paraiba and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

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Paraiba and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Paraiba and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Paraiba and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Paraiba is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.