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Tugtupite and Brucite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Sectile
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.30-2.60
2.39
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Irregular
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Imperfect
Perfect on {0001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Tugtupite and Brucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tugtupite and Brucite 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 Tugtupite and Brucite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Tugtupite- Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Tugtupite and Brucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tugtupite and Brucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tugtupite and Brucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tugtupite is 2.39 whereas that of Brucite is 2.39.