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Rhodizite and Lawsonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.34-3.44
3.09
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
White, Yellow, Pale blue, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct
Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8-8.5
8
1.8 Chemical Composition
(K,Cs)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Rhodizite and Lawsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodizite and Lawsonite 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 Lawsonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodizite- (K,Cs)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Rhodizite and Lawsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodizite and Lawsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodizite and Lawsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodizite is 3.09 whereas that of Lawsonite is 3.09.