Tektite and Cuprite Physical Properties

Tektite and Cuprite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tektite and Cuprite 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 Tektite and Cuprite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Tektite- SiO2, Al2O3, FeO, MgO, CaO, K2O, Na2O
• Chemical formula of Cuprite- Cu 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Tektite and Cuprite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tektite and Cuprite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tektite and Cuprite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tektite is 5.85-6.15 whereas that of Cuprite is 5.85-6.15.