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Shungite and Marialite Physical Properties


Marialite and Shungite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.50   

Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
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Distinct on {100} and {110}   

Mohs Hardness
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5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
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3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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Shungite and Marialite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shungite 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 Shungite and Marialite chemical formula.

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Shungite and Marialite Specific Gravity

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

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