Imperial Topaz and Chrysocolla Physical Properties

Imperial Topaz

Chrysocolla

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.49-3.572.00-2.45

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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none

1.7 Mohs Hardness

82-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Cu₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄

Imperial Topaz and Chrysocolla Chemical Formula

While comparing Imperial Topaz and Chrysocolla 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 Chrysocolla chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄

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Imperial Topaz and Chrysocolla Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Imperial Topaz and Chrysocolla Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Imperial Topaz and Chrysocolla Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Imperial Topaz is 2.00-2.45 whereas that of Chrysocolla is 2.00-2.45.