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Ulexite and Carnelian Physical Properties

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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
1.65-1.99
2.58-2.64
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect
Absent
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SiO2

Ulexite and Carnelian Chemical Formula

While comparing Ulexite and Carnelian 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 Ulexite and Carnelian chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ulexite- NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Carnelian- SiO2

Ulexite and Carnelian Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ulexite and Carnelian Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ulexite and Carnelian Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ulexite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Carnelian is 2.58-2.64.