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Sylvite and Hiddenite Physical Properties


Hiddenite and Sylvite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
Soluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
1.993  
3.15-3.21  

Fracture
Uneven  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]  
1,2 prismatic  

Mohs Hardness
2.5  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
KCl  
LiAlSi2O6  

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Sylvite and Hiddenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sylvite and Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite chemical formula.

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Sylvite and Hiddenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sylvite and Hiddenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sylvite and Hiddenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sylvite is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Hiddenite is 3.15-3.21.

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