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Starlite and Tugtupite Physical Properties


Tugtupite and Starlite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.91-4.73   
2.30-2.60   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Not Available   
{111} Imperfect   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5   
5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Starlite and Tugtupite Chemical Formula

While comparing Starlite 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 Starlite and Tugtupite chemical formula.

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Starlite and Tugtupite Specific Gravity

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

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