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Imperial Topaz and Leucite Physical Properties


Leucite and Imperial Topaz Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.49-3.57   
2.45-2.50   

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

Cleavage
Not Available   
Poor on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
8   
5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
KAlSi 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Imperial Topaz and Leucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Imperial Topaz and Leucite 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 Leucite chemical formula.

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Imperial Topaz and Leucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Imperial Topaz and Leucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Imperial Topaz and Leucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Imperial Topaz is 2.45-2.50 whereas that of Leucite is 2.45-2.50.

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