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Thulite and Feldspar Physical Properties


Feldspar and Thulite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.1  
2.56-2.75  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
two or three  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  
KAlSi3O8  

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Thulite and Feldspar Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Feldspar 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 Feldspar chemical formula.

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Thulite and Feldspar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Feldspar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Feldspar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 2.56-2.75 whereas that of Feldspar is 2.56-2.75.

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