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Tortoiseshell and Tinzenite Physical Properties


Tinzenite and Tortoiseshell Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
1.25-1.35   
3.355-3.433   

Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

Cleavage
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{???} Good, {???} Good   

Mohs Hardness
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Chemical Composition
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(Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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Tortoiseshell and Tinzenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tortoiseshell and Tinzenite 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 Tinzenite chemical formula.

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Tortoiseshell and Tinzenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tortoiseshell and Tinzenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tortoiseshell and Tinzenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tortoiseshell is 3.355-3.433 whereas that of Tinzenite is 3.355-3.433.

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