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Shungite and Thulite Physical Properties


Thulite and Shungite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
3.1  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
C  
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  

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Shungite and Thulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shungite and Thulite 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 Thulite chemical formula.

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Shungite and Thulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shungite and Thulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shungite and Thulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shungite is 3.1 whereas that of Thulite is 3.1.

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