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Sphene and Meionite Physical Properties


Meionite and Sphene Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.78   

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

Cleavage
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{???} Distinct, {???} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
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5-6   

Chemical Composition
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3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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Sphene and Meionite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphene and Meionite 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 Sphene and Meionite chemical formula.

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Sphene and Meionite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sphene and Meionite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sphene and Meionite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sphene is 2.78 whereas that of Meionite is 2.78.

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