Simpsonite and Serpentine Physical Properties

Simpsonite

Serpentine

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

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2.44-2.62

1.5 Fracture

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

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

1.6 Cleavage

None

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.5

2.5-5.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

H 4Mg 3Si 2O 9Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Simpsonite and Serpentine Chemical Formula

While comparing Simpsonite and Serpentine 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 Serpentine chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Simpsonite- Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Serpentine- H 4Mg 3Si 2O 9Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Simpsonite and Serpentine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Simpsonite and Serpentine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Simpsonite and Serpentine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Simpsonite is 2.44-2.62 whereas that of Serpentine is 2.44-2.62.