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Umbalite and Iolite Physical Properties


Iolite and Umbalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.62-4.33   
2.6-2.7   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalGemdat.org, Management Team (2012)   
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Cleavage
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3,1   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3 -Mn2+3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   
Mg2Al4Si5O18   

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Umbalite and Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Umbalite 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 Umbalite and Iolite chemical formula.

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Umbalite and Iolite Specific Gravity

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

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