Tugtupite and Fire Agate Physical Properties

Tugtupite and Fire Agate Chemical Formula

While comparing Tugtupite and Fire Agate 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 Fire Agate chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Tugtupite- Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Fire Agate- SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Tugtupite and Fire Agate Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tugtupite and Fire Agate Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tugtupite and Fire Agate Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tugtupite is 2.60-2.64 whereas that of Fire Agate is 2.60-2.64.