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Thomsonite and Abalone Physical Properties

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
2.25-2.40
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1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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1.6 Cleavage
perfect on {010}; good on {100}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Thomsonite and Abalone Chemical Formula

While comparing Thomsonite and Abalone 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 Thomsonite and Abalone chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Thomsonite- NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Thomsonite and Abalone Specific Gravity

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