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Topaz and Nosean Physical Properties


Nosean 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   
2.30-2.40   

Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
[001] Perfect   
{110} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
8   
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Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2   
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Topaz and Nosean Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Nosean 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 Nosean chemical formula.

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Topaz and Nosean Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Nosean Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Nosean Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 2.30-2.40 whereas that of Nosean is 2.30-2.40.

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