Imperial Topaz and Humite Physical Properties

Imperial Topaz and Humite Chemical Formula

While comparing Imperial Topaz and Humite 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 Imperial Topaz and Humite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Humite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 7(SiO 4) 3(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Imperial Topaz and Humite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Imperial Topaz and Humite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Imperial Topaz and Humite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Imperial Topaz is 3.20-3.32 whereas that of Humite is 3.20-3.32.