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Smaragdite and Mimetite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.24-3.50
7.10
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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[10 1 1] Imperfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5
3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Smaragdite and Mimetite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smaragdite and Mimetite 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 Smaragdite and Mimetite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Mimetite- Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Smaragdite and Mimetite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smaragdite and Mimetite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smaragdite and Mimetite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smaragdite is 7.10 whereas that of Mimetite is 7.10.