Thulite and Sphene Physical Properties

Thulite

Sphene

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.1Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

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1.6 Cleavage

Perfect {010} imperfect {100}

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-7Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

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Thulite and Sphene Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Sphene 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 Sphene chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

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Thulite and Sphene Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Sphene Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Sphene Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is Not Available whereas that of Sphene is Not Available.