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Strontianite and Lawsonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.63-3.79
3.09
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
White, Yellow, Pale blue, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5
8
1.8 Chemical Composition
SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
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Strontianite and Lawsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Strontianite and Lawsonite 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 Strontianite and Lawsonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Strontianite- SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
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Strontianite and Lawsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Strontianite and Lawsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Strontianite and Lawsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Strontianite is 3.09 whereas that of Lawsonite is 3.09.