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Pietersite and Nosean Physical Properties


Nosean and Pietersite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.30-2.40   

Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
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{110} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
5   
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Chemical Composition
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Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Pietersite and Nosean Chemical Formula

While comparing Pietersite and Nosean 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 Nosean chemical formula.

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Pietersite and Nosean Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pietersite and Nosean Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pietersite and Nosean Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pietersite is 2.30-2.40 whereas that of Nosean is 2.30-2.40.

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