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Rhodolite and Wardite Physical Properties

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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
2.81
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
none, may show indistinct parting
{001} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
4.5-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12
NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Rhodolite and Wardite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodolite and Wardite 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 Wardite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Wardite- NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Rhodolite and Wardite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodolite and Wardite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodolite and Wardite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodolite is 2.81 whereas that of Wardite is 2.81.