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Thulite and Sphalerite Physical Properties


Sphalerite and Thulite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.1  
3.95-4.10  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  
{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  
(Zn,Fe)SMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Thulite and Sphalerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite chemical formula.

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Thulite and Sphalerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Sphalerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Sphalerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Sphalerite is 3.95-4.10.

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