Imperial Topaz and Mellite Physical Properties

Imperial Topaz

Mellite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.49-3.571.58-1.60

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

{011} Imperfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Al 2(Cl 2O 12) · 18H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Imperial Topaz and Mellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Imperial Topaz and Mellite 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 Mellite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Mellite- Al 2(Cl 2O 12) · 18H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Imperial Topaz and Mellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Imperial Topaz and Mellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Imperial Topaz and Mellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Imperial Topaz is 1.58-1.60 whereas that of Mellite is 1.58-1.60.