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Thulite and Iddingsite Physical Properties


Iddingsite 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   
2.5-2.8   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Not Available   

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}   
{???} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
3   

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   
MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)   

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Thulite and Iddingsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Iddingsite 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 Iddingsite chemical formula.

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Thulite and Iddingsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Iddingsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Iddingsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 2.5-2.8 whereas that of Iddingsite is 2.5-2.8.

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