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Thulite and Poudretteite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.1
2.51-2.53
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7
5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Thulite and Poudretteite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Poudretteite 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 Poudretteite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Poudretteite- KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Thulite and Poudretteite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Poudretteite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Poudretteite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 2.51-2.53 whereas that of Poudretteite is 2.51-2.53.