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Topaz and Cerussite Physical Properties


Cerussite and Topaz Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
insoluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.49-3.57   
6.46-6.57   

Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
[001] Perfect   
Good [110] and [021]   

Mohs Hardness
8   
3-3.5   

Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2   
PbCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Topaz and Cerussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Cerussite 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 Cerussite chemical formula.

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Topaz and Cerussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Cerussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Cerussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 6.46-6.57 whereas that of Cerussite is 6.46-6.57.

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