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Imperial Topaz and Clintonite Physical Properties


Clintonite and Imperial Topaz Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.49-3.57   
3.0-3.1   

Fracture
Uneven   
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
Not Available   
Perfect on {001}   

Mohs Hardness
8   
3.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Ca(Mg,Al)3(Al3Si)O10(OH)2   

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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.

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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.

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