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Schultenite and Chiastolite Physical Properties


Chiastolite and Schultenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
5.943-6.07   
3.00-3.15   

Fracture
Brittle, Metallic   
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Cleavage
{010} Good   
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Mohs Hardness
2.5   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
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Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)   

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Schultenite and Chiastolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schultenite and Chiastolite 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 Chiastolite chemical formula.

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Schultenite and Chiastolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Schultenite and Chiastolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Schultenite and Chiastolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Schultenite is 3.00-3.15 whereas that of Chiastolite is 3.00-3.15.

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