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Pietersite and Tugtupite Physical Properties


Tugtupite and Pietersite Physical Properties


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
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
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{111} Imperfect   

Mohs Hardness
5   
5.5-6   

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

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Pietersite and Tugtupite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pietersite 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 Pietersite and Tugtupite chemical formula.

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Pietersite and Tugtupite Specific Gravity

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

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