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Topaz and Dumortierite Physical Properties


Dumortierite 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   
3.26-3.41   

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

Cleavage
[001] Perfect   
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}   

Mohs Hardness
8   
7-8.5   

Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2   
AlAl6O3BSi3O18   

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Topaz and Dumortierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Dumortierite 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 Dumortierite chemical formula.

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Topaz and Dumortierite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Dumortierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Dumortierite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 3.26-3.41 whereas that of Dumortierite is 3.26-3.41.

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