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Apache Tear
Apache Tear

Gypsum
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Apache Tear and Gypsum Optical Properties

Optical Properties

Luster

Pleochroism

Dispersion

Transparency

Refractive Index

Optic Character

Crystal System

Birefringence

Clarity

 
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-
0.01
-
-9999
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-
-9999
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Vitreous, Silky, Pearly, Waxy
None
0.01
Transparent, Translucent
1.521-1.531
-
monoclinic
0.010
Transparent

Apache Tear and Gypsum Optic Character

Apache Tear and Gypsum optical properties play a significant role while distinguishing these gemstones from each other. These properties are influenced by the Apache Tear Vs Gypsum like crystallographic symmetry, pleochroism,etc. in the crystal. Some of the optical properties are refractive index, luster, optic character, pleochroism etc. Prominent among these is Apache Tear and Gypsum optic character. You might have noticed your gemologist rotating the gemstone while testing it. Rotating a gemstone along its optic axis helps in determining its optic character.

Apache Tear and Gypsum Transparency

Similar to their colors, Apache Tear and Gypsum transparency can also be used as criteria for their primary identification. Although transparency cannot be the only criteria for gemstone identification, it can efficiently used in gemstone grading. Talking about their transparency, Apache Tear is while Apache Tear is in appearance.