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Thulite and Dolomite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Poorly soluble in dilute HCl
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.1
2.80-2.95
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 {10 1 1}, rhombohedral cleavage
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
CaMg(CO 3) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Thulite and Dolomite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Dolomite 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 Dolomite chemical formula.

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

Thulite and Dolomite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Dolomite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Dolomite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 2.80-2.95 whereas that of Dolomite is 2.80-2.95.