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Xonotlite and Pectolite Physical Properties


Pectolite and Xonotlite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.71-2.72  
2.74-2.90  

Fracture
Fibrous  
Uneven, Splintery  

Cleavage
{???} Good  
Perfect on {100} and {001}  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
4.5-5  

Chemical Composition
Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.  

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Xonotlite and Pectolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Xonotlite and Pectolite 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 Xonotlite and Pectolite chemical formula.

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Xonotlite and Pectolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Xonotlite and Pectolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Xonotlite and Pectolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Xonotlite is 2.74-2.90 whereas that of Pectolite is 2.74-2.90.

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