Copper and Tugtupite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.30-2.60
Fracture
Hackly Jagged, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
None
{111} Imperfect
Chemical Composition
Cu
Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Copper and Tugtupite Chemical Formula
While comparing Copper 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 Copper and Tugtupite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Copper- Cu
- Chemical formula of Tugtupite- Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Copper and Tugtupite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Copper and Tugtupite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Copper and Tugtupite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Copper is 2.30-2.60 whereas that of Tugtupite is 2.30-2.60.