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Thulite and Atacamite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.13.745-3.776
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
Perfect on {010}, fair on {101}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-73-3.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
Cu2Cl(OH)3

Thulite and Atacamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Atacamite 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 Thulite and Atacamite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Atacamite- Cu2Cl(OH)3

Thulite and Atacamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Atacamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Atacamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 3.745-3.776 whereas that of Atacamite is 3.745-3.776.