Thulite and Chiastolite Physical Properties

Thulite

Chiastolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.13.00-3.15

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

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1.6 Cleavage

Perfect {010} imperfect {100}

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-75-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Thulite and Chiastolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Chiastolite 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 Chiastolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)
Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

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Thulite and Chiastolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Chiastolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Chiastolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 3.00-3.15 whereas that of Chiastolite is 3.00-3.15.