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Achroite and Imperial Topaz Physical Properties


Imperial Topaz and Achroite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40   
3.49-3.57   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   
Uneven   

Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
8   

Chemical Composition
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.   
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Achroite and Imperial Topaz Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Imperial Topaz 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 Achroite and Imperial Topaz chemical formula.

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Achroite and Imperial Topaz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Imperial Topaz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Imperial Topaz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 3.49-3.57 whereas that of Imperial Topaz is 3.49-3.57.

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