Creedite and Tortoiseshell Physical Properties

Creedite and Tortoiseshell Chemical Formula

While comparing Creedite and Tortoiseshell 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 Creedite and Tortoiseshell chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Creedite- Ca 3Al 2(SO 4)(F,OH) 10Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Creedite and Tortoiseshell Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Creedite and Tortoiseshell Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Creedite and Tortoiseshell Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Creedite is 1.25-1.35 whereas that of Tortoiseshell is 1.25-1.35.