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Imperial Topaz and Turquoise Physical Properties


Turquoise and Imperial Topaz Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Soluble   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.49-3.57   
2.30-2.90   

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

Cleavage
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Good to perfect_usually N/A   

Mohs Hardness
8   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
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CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8 • 4H2O   

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Imperial Topaz and Turquoise Chemical Formula

While comparing Imperial Topaz and Turquoise 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 Turquoise chemical formula.

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Imperial Topaz and Turquoise Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Imperial Topaz and Turquoise Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Imperial Topaz and Turquoise Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Imperial Topaz is 2.30-2.90 whereas that of Turquoise is 2.30-2.90.

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