Imperial Topaz and Amazonite Physical Properties

Imperial Topaz

Amazonite

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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

3.49-3.572.55-2.57

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

1.6 Cleavage

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2,1 basal ; 2,1 prismatic ; 3,1 pinacoidal

1.7 Mohs Hardness

86-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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KAlSi₃O₈

Imperial Topaz and Amazonite Chemical Formula

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

Chemical formula of Amazonite- KAlSi₃O₈

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Imperial Topaz and Amazonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Imperial Topaz and Amazonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Imperial Topaz and Amazonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Imperial Topaz is 2.55-2.57 whereas that of Amazonite is 2.55-2.57.