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Thulite and Cerussite Physical Properties


Cerussite and Thulite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
insoluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.1   
6.46-6.57   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}   
Good [110] and [021]   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
3-3.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   
PbCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Thulite and Cerussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Cerussite 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 Cerussite chemical formula.

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Thulite and Cerussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Cerussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Cerussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 6.46-6.57 whereas that of Cerussite is 6.46-6.57.

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