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Pietersite and Hexagonite Physical Properties


Hexagonite and Pietersite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.98-3.03   

Fracture
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Uneven   

Cleavage
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[110] perfect; [010] distinct   

Mohs Hardness
5   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
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Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   

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Pietersite and Hexagonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pietersite and Hexagonite 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 Pietersite and Hexagonite chemical formula.

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Pietersite and Hexagonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pietersite and Hexagonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pietersite and Hexagonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pietersite is 2.98-3.03 whereas that of Hexagonite is 2.98-3.03.

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