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Shungite and Analcime Physical Properties


Analcime and Shungite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.24-2.29   

Fracture
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Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
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Very poor [100]   

Mohs Hardness
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5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
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Shungite and Analcime Chemical Formula

While comparing Shungite and Analcime 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 Shungite and Analcime chemical formula.

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Shungite and Analcime Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shungite and Analcime Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shungite and Analcime Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shungite is 2.24-2.29 whereas that of Analcime is 2.24-2.29.

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