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Tugtupite and Gahnospinel Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.30-2.603.65-4.55
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Imperfect
None, but may exhibit slight parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-67.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Tugtupite and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Tugtupite and Gahnospinel 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 Gahnospinel chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Tugtupite- Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Gahnospinel- (Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Tugtupite and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tugtupite and Gahnospinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tugtupite and Gahnospinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tugtupite is 3.65-4.55 whereas that of Gahnospinel is 3.65-4.55.