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Rhyolite and Tugtupite Physical Properties


Tugtupite and Rhyolite 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
7   
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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Rhyolite and Tugtupite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhyolite 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 Rhyolite and Tugtupite chemical formula.

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Rhyolite and Tugtupite Specific Gravity

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

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