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Topaz and Blue John Physical Properties


Blue John 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   
3.00-3.25   

Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle   
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Cleavage
[001] Perfect   
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Mohs Hardness
8   
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Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2   
CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Topaz and Blue John Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Blue John 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 Blue John chemical formula.

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Topaz and Blue John Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Blue John Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Blue John Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 3.00-3.25 whereas that of Blue John is 3.00-3.25.

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