Pearl and Nepouite Physical Properties

Pearl

Nepouite

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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

2.60-2.853.18-3.24

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

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1.6 Cleavage

none

perfect on {001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-4.52

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Pearl and Nepouite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pearl and Nepouite 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 Nepouite chemical formula.

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Pearl and Nepouite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pearl and Nepouite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pearl and Nepouite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pearl is 3.18-3.24 whereas that of Nepouite is 3.18-3.24.