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Simpsonite and Tortoiseshell 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
Not Available1.25-1.35
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
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1.6 Cleavage
None
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
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Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Simpsonite and Tortoiseshell Chemical Formula

While comparing Simpsonite and Tortoiseshell 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 Simpsonite and Tortoiseshell chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Simpsonite- Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Simpsonite and Tortoiseshell Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Simpsonite and Tortoiseshell Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Simpsonite and Tortoiseshell Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Simpsonite is 1.25-1.35 whereas that of Tortoiseshell is 1.25-1.35.