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Xonotlite and Sylvite Physical Properties


Sylvite and Xonotlite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.71-2.72  
1.993  

Fracture
Fibrous  
Uneven  

Cleavage
{???} Good  
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
2.5  

Chemical Composition
Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
KCl  

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Xonotlite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Xonotlite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

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Xonotlite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Xonotlite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Xonotlite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Xonotlite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.

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