Thulite and Helenite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.1
  
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Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
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Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
  
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Mohs Hardness
6-7
  
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Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  
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Thulite and Helenite Chemical Formula
While comparing Thulite and Helenite 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 Helenite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
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Thulite and Helenite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Helenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Helenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is Not Available whereas that of Helenite is Not Available.