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Imperial Topaz and Kornerupine Physical Properties


Kornerupine and Imperial Topaz Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.49-3.57   
3.25-3.45   

Fracture
Uneven   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven   

Cleavage
Not Available   
Good on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
8   
6.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Mg 3Al 6(Si,Al,B) 5O 21(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

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Imperial Topaz and Kornerupine Chemical Formula

While comparing Imperial Topaz and Kornerupine 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 Kornerupine chemical formula.

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Imperial Topaz and Kornerupine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Imperial Topaz and Kornerupine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Imperial Topaz and Kornerupine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Imperial Topaz is 3.25-3.45 whereas that of Kornerupine is 3.25-3.45.

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