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Imperial Topaz and Ruby Physical Properties


Ruby and Imperial Topaz Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.49-3.57  
3.97-4.05  

Fracture
Uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
No true cleavage  

Mohs Hardness
8  
9  

Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2  
Al 2 O 3  

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Imperial Topaz and Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Imperial Topaz and Ruby 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 Ruby chemical formula.

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Imperial Topaz and Ruby Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Imperial Topaz and Ruby Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Imperial Topaz and Ruby Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Imperial Topaz is 3.97-4.05 whereas that of Ruby is 3.97-4.05.

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