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Topaz and Apache Tear Physical Properties


Apache Tear and 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   
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Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle   
Conchoidal   

Cleavage
[001] Perfect   
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Mohs Hardness
8   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2   
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Topaz and Apache Tear Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Apache Tear 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 Topaz and Apache Tear chemical formula.

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Topaz and Apache Tear Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Apache Tear Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Apache Tear Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is Not Available whereas that of Apache Tear is Not Available.

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