Thulite and Iolite Physical Properties

Thulite

Iolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.12.6-2.7

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

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1.6 Cleavage

Perfect {010} imperfect {100}

3,1

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-77-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

Thulite and Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Iolite 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 Iolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)
Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

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Thulite and Iolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 2.6-2.7 whereas that of Iolite is 2.6-2.7.