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Shungite and Nosean Physical Properties


Nosean 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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2.30-2.40   

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

Cleavage
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{110} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
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Chemical Composition
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Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Shungite and Nosean Chemical Formula

While comparing Shungite and Nosean 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 Nosean chemical formula.

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Shungite and Nosean Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shungite and Nosean Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shungite and Nosean Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shungite is 2.30-2.40 whereas that of Nosean is 2.30-2.40.

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