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Rhodizite and Ametrine Physical Properties


Ametrine and Rhodizite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.34-3.44   
2.65   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Not Available   

Cleavage
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct   
Indiscernible   

Mohs Hardness
8-8.5   
7   

Chemical Composition
(K,Cs)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
SiO2   

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Rhodizite and Ametrine Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodizite and Ametrine 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 Rhodizite and Ametrine chemical formula.

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Rhodizite and Ametrine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodizite and Ametrine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodizite and Ametrine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodizite is 2.65 whereas that of Ametrine is 2.65.

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