Shattuckite and Imperial Topaz Physical Properties

Shattuckite and Imperial Topaz Chemical Formula

While comparing Shattuckite 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 Shattuckite and Imperial Topaz chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Shattuckite- Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Shattuckite and Imperial Topaz Specific Gravity

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