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Thulite and Holmquistite Physical Properties


Holmquistite and Thulite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.1   
2.95-3.13   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
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Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}   
{210} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   
Li 2[(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2]Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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Thulite and Holmquistite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Holmquistite 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 Holmquistite chemical formula.

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Thulite and Holmquistite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Holmquistite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Holmquistite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 2.95-3.13 whereas that of Holmquistite is 2.95-3.13.

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