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Jasper and Topaz Physical Properties


Topaz and Jasper Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.58-2.91   
3.49-3.57   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)   
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle   

Cleavage
Indiscernible   
[001] Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
8   

Chemical Composition
SiO2   
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2   

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Jasper and Topaz Chemical Formula

While comparing Jasper 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 Jasper and Topaz chemical formula.

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Jasper and Topaz Specific Gravity

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

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