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Tugtupite and Tigers Eye 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
2.30-2.60
2.58-2.64
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Imperfect
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2

Tugtupite and Tigers Eye Chemical Formula

While comparing Tugtupite and Tigers Eye 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 Tigers Eye chemical formula.

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

Tugtupite and Tigers Eye Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tugtupite and Tigers Eye Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tugtupite and Tigers Eye Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tugtupite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Tigers Eye is 2.58-2.64.