Simpsonite and Diamond Physical Properties

Simpsonite

Diamond

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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Soluble

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

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3.50-3.53

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

None

111 (perfect in four directions)

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Simpsonite and Diamond Chemical Formula

While comparing Simpsonite and Diamond 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 Diamond chemical formula.

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

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Simpsonite and Diamond Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Simpsonite and Diamond Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Simpsonite and Diamond Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Simpsonite is 3.50-3.53 whereas that of Diamond is 3.50-3.53.