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Thomsonite and Tugtupite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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2.25-2.40
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perfect on {010}; good on {100}
5-5.5
NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
 
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2.30-2.60
Uneven, Conchoidal
{111} Imperfect
5.5-6
Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Thomsonite and Tugtupite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thomsonite 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 Thomsonite and Tugtupite chemical formula.

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Thomsonite and Tugtupite Specific Gravity

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