Thulite and Seraphinite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.1
2.60-3.02
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
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Mohs Hardness
6-7
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Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
(Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Al(Si 3Al)O 10(OH) 8Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Thulite and Seraphinite Chemical Formula
While comparing Thulite and Seraphinite 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 Seraphinite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
- Chemical formula of Seraphinite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Al(Si 3Al)O 10(OH) 8Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Thulite and Seraphinite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Seraphinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Seraphinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 2.60-3.02 whereas that of Seraphinite is 2.60-3.02.