Tinaksite and Albite Physical Properties

Tinaksite

Albite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.82

2.60-2.65

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect in one direction, indistinct in one direction

Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Tinaksite and Albite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tinaksite and Albite 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 Tinaksite and Albite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Tinaksite and Albite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tinaksite and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tinaksite and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tinaksite is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.