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Shortite and Cymophane Physical Properties

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
2.613.69-3.81
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
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1.6 Cleavage
{010} Distinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
38.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
BeAl 2O 4Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Shortite and Cymophane Chemical Formula

While comparing Shortite and Cymophane 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 Cymophane chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Shortite- Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Cymophane- BeAl 2O 4Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Shortite and Cymophane Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shortite and Cymophane Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shortite and Cymophane Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shortite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Cymophane is 3.69-3.81.