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Unakite and Uvite Physical Properties


Uvite and Unakite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.85-3.20   
2.97-3.14   

Fracture
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Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
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{1011} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
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Chemical Composition
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Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Unakite and Uvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Unakite and Uvite 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 Unakite and Uvite chemical formula.

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Unakite and Uvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Unakite and Uvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Unakite and Uvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Unakite is 2.97-3.14 whereas that of Uvite is 2.97-3.14.

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