Jacinth and Topaz Physical Properties

Jacinth

Topaz

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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

Not Available3.49-3.57

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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[001] Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

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2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Al₂SiO₄(F,OH)₂

Jacinth and Topaz Chemical Formula

While comparing Jacinth 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 Jacinth and Topaz chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Topaz- Al₂SiO₄(F,OH)₂

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Jacinth and Topaz Specific Gravity

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