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Sulphur and Tortoiseshell Physical Properties


Tortoiseshell and Sulphur Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.05-2.08   
1.25-1.35   

Fracture
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Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
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Chemical Composition
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Sulphur and Tortoiseshell Chemical Formula

While comparing Sulphur 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 Sulphur and Tortoiseshell chemical formula.

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Sulphur and Tortoiseshell Specific Gravity

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

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