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Schultenite and Catapleiite Physical Properties


Catapleiite and Schultenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.943-6.07   
2.72   

Fracture
Brittle, Metallic   
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
{010} Good   
{110} Perfect, {010} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
2.5   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
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Schultenite and Catapleiite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schultenite and Catapleiite 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 Schultenite and Catapleiite chemical formula.

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Schultenite and Catapleiite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Schultenite and Catapleiite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Schultenite and Catapleiite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Schultenite is 2.72 whereas that of Catapleiite is 2.72.

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