Tortoiseshell and Rhodizite Physical Properties

Tortoiseshell and Rhodizite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tortoiseshell and Rhodizite 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 Rhodizite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Rhodizite- (K,Cs)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Tortoiseshell and Rhodizite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tortoiseshell and Rhodizite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tortoiseshell and Rhodizite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tortoiseshell is 3.34-3.44 whereas that of Rhodizite is 3.34-3.44.