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Thomsonite and Carnelian Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.25-2.40
2.58-2.64
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
perfect on {010}; good on {100}
Absent
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2

Thomsonite and Carnelian Chemical Formula

While comparing Thomsonite and Carnelian 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 Carnelian chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Thomsonite- NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Carnelian- SiO2

Thomsonite and Carnelian Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thomsonite and Carnelian Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thomsonite and Carnelian Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thomsonite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Carnelian is 2.58-2.64.