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Shortite and Marialite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.612.50
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Distinct
Distinct on {100} and {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
35.5-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Shortite and Marialite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shortite and Marialite 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 Marialite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Shortite- Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Shortite and Marialite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shortite and Marialite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shortite and Marialite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shortite is 2.50 whereas that of Marialite is 2.50.