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Wardite and Chrome-Chalcedony Physical Properties


Chrome-Chalcedony and Wardite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.81   
2.55-2.70   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
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Cleavage
{001} Perfect   
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Mohs Hardness
4.5-5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
SiO 2 (with trace Cr minerals) Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Wardite and Chrome-Chalcedony Chemical Formula

While comparing Wardite and Chrome-Chalcedony 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 Wardite and Chrome-Chalcedony chemical formula.

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Wardite and Chrome-Chalcedony Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wardite and Chrome-Chalcedony Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wardite and Chrome-Chalcedony Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wardite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Chrome-Chalcedony is 2.55-2.70.

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