Soapstone and Topaz Physical Properties

Soapstone and Topaz Chemical Formula

While comparing Soapstone 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 Soapstone and Topaz chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Topaz- Al₂SiO₄(F,OH)₂

Soapstone and Topaz Specific Gravity

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