Tavorite and Jet Physical Properties

Tavorite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.321.19-1.35

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

1.6 Cleavage

{???} Distinct, {???} Distinct, {???} Distinct

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available2.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

LiFe3+ (PO 4)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Tavorite and Jet Chemical Formula

While comparing Tavorite and Jet 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 Tavorite and Jet chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Tavorite- LiFe3+ (PO 4)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Tavorite and Jet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tavorite and Jet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tavorite and Jet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tavorite is 1.19-1.35 whereas that of Jet is 1.19-1.35.