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Thulite and Brucite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Sectile
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.1
2.39
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Irregular
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
Perfect on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7
2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Thulite and Brucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Brucite 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 Brucite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Thulite and Brucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Brucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Brucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 2.39 whereas that of Brucite is 2.39.