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Imperial Topaz and Topaz Physical Properties


Topaz 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   
3.49-3.57   

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

Cleavage
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[001] Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
8   
8   

Chemical Composition
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Al2SiO4(F,OH)2   

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Imperial Topaz and Topaz Chemical Formula

While comparing Imperial Topaz and Topaz 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 Topaz chemical formula.

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Imperial Topaz and Topaz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Imperial Topaz and Topaz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Imperial Topaz and Topaz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Imperial Topaz is 3.49-3.57 whereas that of Topaz is 3.49-3.57.

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