Thulite and Muscovite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Elastic
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.1
2.78-2.88
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Micaceous, Brittle
Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
Perfect on the {001}
Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
KAl 2AlSi 3O 10(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Thulite and Muscovite Chemical Formula
While comparing Thulite and Muscovite 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 Muscovite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
- Chemical formula of Muscovite- KAl 2AlSi 3O 10(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Thulite and Muscovite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Muscovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Muscovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 2.78-2.88 whereas that of Muscovite is 2.78-2.88.