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Pearl and Fluorite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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slightly water soluble and in hot hydrochloric acid
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.60-2.853.00-3.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
none
Octahedral, perfect on {111}, parting on {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-4.54
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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CaF2

Pearl and Fluorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pearl and Fluorite 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 Pearl and Fluorite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Fluorite- CaF2

Pearl and Fluorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pearl and Fluorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pearl and Fluorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pearl is 3.00-3.25 whereas that of Fluorite is 3.00-3.25.