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Kyanite and Imperial Topaz Physical Properties


Imperial Topaz and Kyanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
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Solubility
Not Available   
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.53-3.65   
3.49-3.57   

Fracture
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic   
Uneven   

Cleavage
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between   
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Mohs Hardness
4-7   
8   

Chemical Composition
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Kyanite and Imperial Topaz Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite and Imperial 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 Kyanite and Imperial Topaz chemical formula.

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Kyanite and Imperial Topaz Specific Gravity

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

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