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Piemontite and Polyhalite Physical Properties


Polyhalite and Piemontite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
2.78  

Fracture
Uneven, Splintery  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
[001] good, [100] distinct  
Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
3.5  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)(Si2O7)O(OH)  
K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4·2H2O  

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Piemontite and Polyhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Piemontite 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 Piemontite and Polyhalite chemical formula.

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Piemontite and Polyhalite Specific Gravity

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

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