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Faustite and Topazolite Physical Properties


Topazolite and Faustite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.9   
3.70-4.10   

Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
{???} Indistinct   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
4.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
(Zn,Cu)Al 6(PO 4) 4(OH) 8 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Faustite and Topazolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Faustite and Topazolite 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 Faustite and Topazolite chemical formula.

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Faustite and Topazolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Faustite and Topazolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Faustite and Topazolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Faustite is 3.70-4.10 whereas that of Topazolite is 3.70-4.10.

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