Tortoiseshell and Rossmanite Physical Properties

Tortoiseshell and Rossmanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tortoiseshell and Rossmanite 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 Rossmanite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Rossmanite- ◻(LiAl 2)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Tortoiseshell and Rossmanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tortoiseshell and Rossmanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tortoiseshell and Rossmanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tortoiseshell is 3 whereas that of Rossmanite is 3.