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Tortoiseshell and Milarite Physical Properties


Milarite and Tortoiseshell Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
1.25-1.35   
2.52-2.60   

Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
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{0001} Imperfect, {1120} Imperfect   

Mohs Hardness
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5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
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KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Tortoiseshell and Milarite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tortoiseshell and Milarite 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 Tortoiseshell and Milarite chemical formula.

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Tortoiseshell and Milarite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tortoiseshell and Milarite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tortoiseshell and Milarite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tortoiseshell is 2.52-2.60 whereas that of Milarite is 2.52-2.60.

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