Tortoiseshell and Piemontite Physical Properties

Tortoiseshell

Piemontite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

1.25-1.35Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

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[001] good, [100] distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available6-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Tortoiseshell and Piemontite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tortoiseshell and Piemontite 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 Piemontite chemical formula.

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Tortoiseshell and Piemontite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tortoiseshell and Piemontite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tortoiseshell and Piemontite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tortoiseshell is Not Available whereas that of Piemontite is Not Available.