Imperial Topaz and Cuprite Physical Properties

Imperial Topaz

Cuprite

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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

3.49-3.575.85-6.15

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Conchoidal, Metallic, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

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Fair in four directions forming octahedrons

1.7 Mohs Hardness

83.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Cu 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Imperial Topaz and Cuprite Chemical Formula

While comparing Imperial Topaz and Cuprite 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 Cuprite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Cuprite- Cu 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Imperial Topaz and Cuprite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Imperial Topaz and Cuprite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Imperial Topaz and Cuprite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Imperial Topaz is 5.85-6.15 whereas that of Cuprite is 5.85-6.15.