Tortoiseshell and Pearl Physical Properties

Tortoiseshell

Pearl

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

1.25-1.35

2.60-2.85

1.5 Fracture

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Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

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none

1.7 Mohs Hardness

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2.5-4.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Tortoiseshell and Pearl Chemical Formula

While comparing Tortoiseshell and Pearl 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 Pearl chemical formula.

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Tortoiseshell and Pearl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tortoiseshell and Pearl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tortoiseshell and Pearl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tortoiseshell is 2.60-2.85 whereas that of Pearl is 2.60-2.85.

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