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Tugtupite and Chalcedony Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.30-2.602.55-2.70
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal, Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Imperfect
Absent
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-66.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2

Tugtupite and Chalcedony Chemical Formula

While comparing Tugtupite and Chalcedony 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 Chalcedony chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Tugtupite- Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Chalcedony- SiO2

Tugtupite and Chalcedony Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tugtupite and Chalcedony Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tugtupite and Chalcedony Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tugtupite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Chalcedony is 2.55-2.70.