Thulite and Sylvite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Brittle
  
Solubility
Not Available
  
Soluble
  
Durability
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Specific Gravity
3.1
  
1.993
  
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Uneven, Brittle
  
Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
  
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]
  
Mohs Hardness
6-7
  
2.5
  
Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  
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Thulite and Sylvite Chemical Formula
While comparing Thulite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
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Thulite and Sylvite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.