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Quartz and Topazolite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65
3.70-4.10
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, Gems
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{0110} Indistinct
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Quartz and Topazolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Quartz 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 Quartz and Topazolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Topazolite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Quartz and Topazolite Specific Gravity

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