Imperial Topaz and Carnallite Physical Properties

Imperial Topaz

Carnallite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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Soluble

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.49-3.571.6

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Violet, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

82.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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KMgCl3•6(H2O)

Imperial Topaz and Carnallite Chemical Formula

While comparing Imperial Topaz and Carnallite 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 Carnallite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Carnallite- KMgCl3•6(H2O)

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Imperial Topaz and Carnallite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Imperial Topaz and Carnallite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Imperial Topaz and Carnallite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Imperial Topaz is 1.6 whereas that of Carnallite is 1.6.