Selenite and Pearl Physical Properties

Selenite

Pearl

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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

Not Available2.60-2.85

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

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none

1.7 Mohs Hardness

22.5-4.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Selenite and Pearl Chemical Formula

While comparing Selenite and Pearl 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 Selenite and Pearl chemical formula.

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Selenite and Pearl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Selenite and Pearl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Selenite and Pearl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Selenite is 2.60-2.85 whereas that of Pearl is 2.60-2.85.