Periclase and Swiss blue topaz Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
  
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.7-3.9
  
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Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
  
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Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
  
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Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
  
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Chemical Composition
MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
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Periclase and Swiss blue topaz Chemical Formula
While comparing Periclase and Swiss blue 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 Periclase and Swiss blue topaz chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Periclase and Swiss blue topaz Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Periclase and Swiss blue topaz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Periclase and Swiss blue topaz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Periclase is Not Available whereas that of Swiss blue topaz is Not Available.