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Sylvite and Catapleiite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.993
2.72
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Brittle
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]
{110} Perfect, {010} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Sylvite and Catapleiite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sylvite and Catapleiite 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 Sylvite and Catapleiite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Sylvite and Catapleiite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sylvite and Catapleiite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sylvite and Catapleiite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sylvite is 2.72 whereas that of Catapleiite is 2.72.