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Thulite and Azurite 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
3.1
3.70-3.90
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
Perfect on {011}, fair on {100}, poor on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
Cu 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Thulite and Azurite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Azurite 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 Azurite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Azurite- Cu 3(OH) 2(CO 3) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Thulite and Azurite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Azurite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Azurite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 3.70-3.90 whereas that of Azurite is 3.70-3.90.