Ammolite and Tugtupite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.75-2.80
  
2.30-2.60
  
Fracture
Uneven, Granular
  
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Cleavage
no true cleavage
  
{111} Imperfect
  
Mohs Hardness
4
  
5.5-6
  
Chemical Composition
Not Available
  
Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  
Ammolite and Tugtupite Chemical Formula
While comparing Ammolite 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 Ammolite and Tugtupite chemical formula.
>- Chemical formula of Tugtupite- Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ammolite and Tugtupite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ammolite and Tugtupite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ammolite and Tugtupite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ammolite is 2.30-2.60 whereas that of Tugtupite is 2.30-2.60.