Tridymite
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Description
A naturally occurring vitreous phase of pure Silica. Tridymite is found as small crystals in siliceous volcanic rocks. It is not as common as quartz, but quartz will convert to tridymite at 870C with a 16.2% increase in volume.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Soluble in boiling Sodium carbonate solution
Composition | SiO2 |
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Mohs Hardness | 7 |
Density | 2.28-2.30 g/ml |