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Sugilite and Bikolite Physical Properties


Bikolite and Sugilite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.69-2.79  
2.34-2.51  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
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Cleavage
Poor on {0001}  
None  

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
KNa 2(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ,Al) 2Li 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
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Sugilite and Bikolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sugilite and Bikolite 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 Sugilite and Bikolite chemical formula.

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Sugilite and Bikolite Specific Gravity

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

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