Carnallite and Topaz Physical Properties

Carnallite and Topaz Chemical Formula

While comparing Carnallite 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 Carnallite and Topaz chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Carnallite- KMgCl3•6(H2O)
• Chemical formula of Topaz- Al₂SiO₄(F,OH)₂

Carnallite and Topaz Specific Gravity

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