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Ulexite and Iolite 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
2.6-2.7
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
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1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect
3,1
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Mg2Al4Si5O18

Ulexite and Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ulexite and Iolite 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 Iolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ulexite- NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg2Al4Si5O18

Ulexite and Iolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ulexite and Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ulexite and Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ulexite is 2.6-2.7 whereas that of Iolite is 2.6-2.7.