Phosphophyllite and Topaz Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
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Solubility
Not Available
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Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.07-3.13
3.49-3.57
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Cleavage
{100} Perfect, {010} Distinct, {102} Distinct
[001] Perfect
Chemical Composition
Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
Phosphophyllite and Topaz Chemical Formula
While comparing Phosphophyllite 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 Phosphophyllite and Topaz chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Phosphophyllite- Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Topaz- Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
Phosphophyllite and Topaz Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphophyllite and Topaz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphophyllite and Topaz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphophyllite is 3.49-3.57 whereas that of Topaz is 3.49-3.57.