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Thulite and Cavansite Physical Properties


Cavansite and Thulite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.1   
2.25-2.33   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}   
Good on {010}   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
3-4   

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   
Ca(VO)Si4O10•4(H2O)   

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Thulite and Cavansite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Cavansite 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 Cavansite chemical formula.

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Thulite and Cavansite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Cavansite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Cavansite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 2.25-2.33 whereas that of Cavansite is 2.25-2.33.

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