Imperial Topaz and Clintonite Physical Properties

Imperial Topaz

Clintonite

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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

3.49-3.573.0-3.1

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

Perfect on {001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

83.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Ca(Mg,Al)3(Al3Si)O10(OH)2

Imperial Topaz and Clintonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Imperial Topaz and Clintonite 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 Clintonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Clintonite- Ca(Mg,Al)3(Al3Si)O10(OH)2

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Imperial Topaz and Clintonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Imperial Topaz and Clintonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Imperial Topaz and Clintonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Imperial Topaz is 3.0-3.1 whereas that of Clintonite is 3.0-3.1.