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Xonotlite and Phosgenite Physical Properties


Phosgenite and Xonotlite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Sectile  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.71-2.72  
6.13  

Fracture
Fibrous  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
{???} Good  
Distinct on {001} and {110}, indistinct on {100}  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
2-3  

Chemical Composition
Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Xonotlite and Phosgenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Xonotlite and Phosgenite 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 Phosgenite chemical formula.

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Xonotlite and Phosgenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Xonotlite and Phosgenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Xonotlite and Phosgenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Xonotlite is 6.13 whereas that of Phosgenite is 6.13.

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