Amber and Tugtupite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
1.05-1.10
2.30-2.60
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
None
{111} Imperfect
Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
5.5-6
Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]
Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Amber and Tugtupite Chemical Formula
While comparing Amber and Tugtupite 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 Amber and Tugtupite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
- Chemical formula of Tugtupite- Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Amber and Tugtupite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amber and Tugtupite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amber and Tugtupite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amber is 2.30-2.60 whereas that of Tugtupite is 2.30-2.60.
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