Imperial Topaz and Crystal Opal Physical Properties

Imperial Topaz

Crystal Opal

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.49-3.571.97-2.22

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

85.5-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Imperial Topaz and Crystal Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Imperial Topaz and Crystal Opal 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 Crystal Opal chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Crystal Opal- SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Imperial Topaz and Crystal Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Imperial Topaz and Crystal Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Imperial Topaz and Crystal Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Imperial Topaz is 1.97-2.22 whereas that of Crystal Opal is 1.97-2.22.