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Xonotlite and Tavorite Physical Properties


Tavorite and Xonotlite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.71-2.72  
3.32  

Fracture
Fibrous  
-  

Cleavage
{???} Good  
{???} Distinct, {???} Distinct, {???} Distinct  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
LiFe3+ (PO 4)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  

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Xonotlite and Tavorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Xonotlite and Tavorite 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 Tavorite chemical formula.

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Xonotlite and Tavorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Xonotlite and Tavorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Xonotlite and Tavorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Xonotlite is 3.32 whereas that of Tavorite is 3.32.

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