Thulite and Rhodizite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.1
3.34-3.44
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct
Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
(K,Cs)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Thulite and Rhodizite Chemical Formula
While comparing Thulite and Rhodizite 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 Rhodizite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
- Chemical formula of Rhodizite- (K,Cs)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Thulite and Rhodizite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Rhodizite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Rhodizite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 3.34-3.44 whereas that of Rhodizite is 3.34-3.44.