Rutilated topaz and Gypsum Physical Properties

Rutilated topaz and Gypsum Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutilated topaz and Gypsum 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 Rutilated topaz and Gypsum chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Gypsum- CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Rutilated topaz and Gypsum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutilated topaz and Gypsum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutilated topaz and Gypsum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutilated topaz is 2.20-2.40 whereas that of Gypsum is 2.20-2.40.