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Tektite and Painite Physical Properties


Painite and Tektite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.34-2.51   
4.00-4.03   

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

Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
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7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
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CaZrBAl 9O 18Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Tektite and Painite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tektite and Painite 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 Painite chemical formula.

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Tektite and Painite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tektite and Painite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tektite and Painite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tektite is 4.00-4.03 whereas that of Painite is 4.00-4.03.

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