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Nosean and Tigers Eye Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.30-2.40
2.58-2.64
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
SiO2

Nosean and Tigers Eye Chemical Formula

While comparing Nosean and Tigers Eye 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 Nosean and Tigers Eye chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Nosean- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Tigers Eye- SiO2

Nosean and Tigers Eye Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nosean and Tigers Eye Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nosean and Tigers Eye Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nosean is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Tigers Eye is 2.58-2.64.