Home
Gemstones


Rhodizite and Topaz Physical Properties


Topaz and Rhodizite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.34-3.44   
3.49-3.57   

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

Cleavage
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct   
[001] Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
8-8.5   
8   

Chemical Composition
(K,Cs)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2   

Optical Properties >>
<< Astrology

Rhodizite and Topaz Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodizite 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 Rhodizite and Topaz chemical formula.

Compare Red Gemstones

Rhodizite and Topaz Specific Gravity

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

Red Gemstones

Red Gemstones


Compare Red Gemstones