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Pietersite and Papagoite Physical Properties

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
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3.25
1.5 Fracture
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Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
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Imperfect in one direction
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Pietersite and Papagoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pietersite and Papagoite 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 Papagoite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Pietersite and Papagoite Specific Gravity

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