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Tektite and Quartz Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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2.34-2.51
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None
-9999
SiO2, Al2O3, FeO, MgO, CaO, K2O, Na2O
 
Brittle
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2.65
Conchoidal
{0110} Indistinct
7
SiO2

Tektite and Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Tektite and Quartz 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 Quartz chemical formula.

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Tektite and Quartz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tektite and Quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tektite Vs Quartz during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tektite is whereas that of Quartz is .