Thulite and Elbaite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.1
2.90-3.10
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
Poor/indistinct on {1120} and {1011}
Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references
Thulite and Elbaite Chemical Formula
While comparing Thulite and Elbaite 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 Elbaite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
- Chemical formula of Elbaite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references
Thulite and Elbaite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Elbaite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Elbaite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 2.90-3.10 whereas that of Elbaite is 2.90-3.10.