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Purpurite and Tektite 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
3.2-3.42.34-2.51
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
[100] [001] perfect
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
4-4.5Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MnPO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
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Purpurite and Tektite Chemical Formula

While comparing Purpurite and Tektite 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 Purpurite and Tektite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Purpurite- MnPO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
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Purpurite and Tektite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Purpurite and Tektite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Purpurite and Tektite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Purpurite is 2.34-2.51 whereas that of Tektite is 2.34-2.51.