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Paraiba and Uvite Physical Properties

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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
3.04-3.13
2.97-3.14
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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{1011} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
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Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Paraiba and Uvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Paraiba and Uvite 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 Uvite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Uvite- Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Paraiba and Uvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Paraiba and Uvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Paraiba and Uvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Paraiba is 2.97-3.14 whereas that of Uvite is 2.97-3.14.