Soapstone and Topazolite Physical Properties

Soapstone and Topazolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Soapstone 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 Soapstone and Topazolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Soapstone- Mg3(Si4O10)(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Topazolite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Soapstone and Topazolite Specific Gravity

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