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Staurolite and Tektite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.7-3.8
2.34-2.51
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {010}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe,Mg,Zn) 2Al 9(Si,Al) 4O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Staurolite and Tektite Chemical Formula

While comparing Staurolite and Tektite 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 Staurolite and Tektite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Staurolite- (Fe,Mg,Zn) 2Al 9(Si,Al) 4O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Staurolite and Tektite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Staurolite and Tektite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Staurolite and Tektite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Staurolite is 2.34-2.51 whereas that of Tektite is 2.34-2.51.

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