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Ammolite and Shortite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.75-2.80
2.61
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Granular
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
no true cleavage
{010} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4
3
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ammolite and Shortite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ammolite and Shortite 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 Ammolite and Shortite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Shortite- Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ammolite and Shortite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ammolite and Shortite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ammolite and Shortite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ammolite is 2.61 whereas that of Shortite is 2.61.