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Tugtupite and Topaz 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
2.30-2.60
3.49-3.57
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Imperfect
[001] Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
8
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2

Tugtupite and Topaz Chemical Formula

While comparing Tugtupite and Topaz 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 Tugtupite and Topaz chemical formula.

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

Tugtupite and Topaz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tugtupite and Topaz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tugtupite and Topaz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tugtupite is 3.49-3.57 whereas that of Topaz is 3.49-3.57.

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