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Strontianite and Selenite Physical Properties


Selenite and Strontianite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.63-3.79   
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Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
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Cleavage
{110} Good   
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Mohs Hardness
3.5   
2   

Chemical Composition
SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   
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Strontianite and Selenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Strontianite and Selenite 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 Selenite chemical formula.

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Strontianite and Selenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Strontianite and Selenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Strontianite and Selenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Strontianite is Not Available whereas that of Selenite is Not Available.

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