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Tugtupite and Willemite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.30-2.60
3.89-4.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Imperfect
{0001}, {11 2 0} imperfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zn 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Tugtupite and Willemite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tugtupite and Willemite 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 Willemite chemical formula.

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

Tugtupite and Willemite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tugtupite and Willemite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tugtupite and Willemite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tugtupite is 3.89-4.18 whereas that of Willemite is 3.89-4.18.

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