Shortite and Iolite Physical Properties

Shortite

Iolite

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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

2.612.6-2.7

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal

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1.6 Cleavage

{010} Distinct

3,1

1.7 Mohs Hardness

37-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

Shortite and Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shortite and Iolite 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 Shortite and Iolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Shortite- Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

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Shortite and Iolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shortite and Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shortite and Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shortite is 2.6-2.7 whereas that of Iolite is 2.6-2.7.