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Rhodolite and Hyacinth Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.84
3.93-4.73
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
none, may show indistinct parting
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
6.5-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12
ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rhodolite and Hyacinth Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodolite and Hyacinth 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 Rhodolite and Hyacinth chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Hyacinth- ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rhodolite and Hyacinth Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodolite and Hyacinth Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodolite and Hyacinth Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodolite is 3.93-4.73 whereas that of Hyacinth is 3.93-4.73.