Tortoiseshell and Starlite Physical Properties

Tortoiseshell and Starlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tortoiseshell and Starlite 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 Starlite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Starlite- ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Tortoiseshell and Starlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tortoiseshell and Starlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tortoiseshell and Starlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tortoiseshell is 3.91-4.73 whereas that of Starlite is 3.91-4.73.