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Thulite and Jet Physical Properties


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Jet 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   
1.19-1.35   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}   
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Mohs Hardness
6-7   
2.5-4   

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   
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Thulite and Jet Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Jet 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 Jet chemical formula.

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Thulite and Jet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Jet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Jet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 1.19-1.35 whereas that of Jet is 1.19-1.35.

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