Imperial Topaz and Bertrandite Physical Properties

Imperial Topaz

Bertrandite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.49-3.572.59-2.60

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

{001} Perfect, {110} Distinct, {101} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

86-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Be 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Imperial Topaz and Bertrandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Imperial Topaz and Bertrandite 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 Bertrandite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Bertrandite- Be 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Imperial Topaz and Bertrandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Imperial Topaz and Bertrandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Imperial Topaz and Bertrandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Imperial Topaz is 2.59-2.60 whereas that of Bertrandite is 2.59-2.60.