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Rhodizite and Sylvite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.34-3.441.993
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8-8.52.5
Amber
2 10
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 Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodizite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite 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 Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodizite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodizite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodizite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.