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Topaz and Tugtupite 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
3.49-3.572.30-2.60
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
[001] Perfect
{111} Imperfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
85.5-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Topaz and Tugtupite Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Tugtupite 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 Tugtupite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Topaz- Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Tugtupite- Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Topaz and Tugtupite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Tugtupite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Tugtupite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 2.30-2.60 whereas that of Tugtupite is 2.30-2.60.