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Mohawkite and Tugtupite Physical Properties


Tugtupite and Mohawkite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
2.30-2.60  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
{111} Imperfect  

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5  
5.5-6  

Chemical Composition
Cu3As  
Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Mohawkite and Tugtupite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mohawkite 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 Mohawkite and Tugtupite chemical formula.

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Mohawkite and Tugtupite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Mohawkite and Tugtupite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Mohawkite and Tugtupite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Mohawkite is 2.30-2.60 whereas that of Tugtupite is 2.30-2.60.

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