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Thulite and Polyhalite Physical Properties


Polyhalite and Thulite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.1  
2.78  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
3.5  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  
K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4·2H2O  

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Thulite and Polyhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite chemical formula.

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Thulite and Polyhalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Polyhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Polyhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 2.78 whereas that of Polyhalite is 2.78.

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