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Rhodolite and Thomsonite Physical Properties

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
3.84
2.25-2.40
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
none, may show indistinct parting
perfect on {010}; good on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12
NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Rhodolite and Thomsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodolite and Thomsonite 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 Thomsonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Thomsonite- NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Rhodolite and Thomsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodolite and Thomsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodolite and Thomsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodolite is 2.25-2.40 whereas that of Thomsonite is 2.25-2.40.