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Thulite and Lawsonite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.1
3.09
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
White, Yellow, Pale blue, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7
8
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
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Thulite and Lawsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Lawsonite 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 Lawsonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
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Thulite and Lawsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Lawsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Lawsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 3.09 whereas that of Lawsonite is 3.09.