Simpsonite and Coral Physical Properties

Simpsonite

Coral

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.60-2.70

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Irregular, Irregular, Gemstones of the world (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

None

Not Available

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.53-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Simpsonite and Coral Chemical Formula

While comparing Simpsonite and Coral 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 Simpsonite and Coral chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Simpsonite- Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Coral- CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Simpsonite and Coral Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Simpsonite and Coral Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Simpsonite and Coral Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Simpsonite is 2.60-2.70 whereas that of Coral is 2.60-2.70.