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Topaz and Hurlbutite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.49-3.572.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
[001] Perfect
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
86
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Topaz and Hurlbutite Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Hurlbutite 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 Hurlbutite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Topaz- Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Topaz and Hurlbutite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Hurlbutite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Hurlbutite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 2.90 whereas that of Hurlbutite is 2.90.