Strontianite and Topaz Physical Properties

Strontianite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.63-3.79

3.49-3.57

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

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

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Good

[001] Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Al₂SiO₄(F,OH)₂

Strontianite and Topaz Chemical Formula

While comparing Strontianite 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 Strontianite and Topaz chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Strontianite- SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chemical formula of Topaz- Al₂SiO₄(F,OH)₂

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Strontianite and Topaz Specific Gravity

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