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Prase and Simpsonite Physical Properties

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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
2.64-2.69
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1.5 Fracture
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
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None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Prase and Simpsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Prase and Simpsonite 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 Prase and Simpsonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Prase- SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Simpsonite- Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Prase and Simpsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Prase and Simpsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Prase and Simpsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Prase is Not Available whereas that of Simpsonite is Not Available.