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Shortite and Agate Physical Properties


Agate and Shortite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.61   
2.60-2.64   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
{010} Distinct   
Indiscernible   

Mohs Hardness
3   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
SiO2   

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Shortite and Agate Chemical Formula

While comparing Shortite and Agate 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 Shortite and Agate chemical formula.

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Shortite and Agate Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shortite and Agate Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shortite and Agate Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shortite is 2.60-2.64 whereas that of Agate is 2.60-2.64.

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