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Sylvite and Topazolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.9933.70-4.10
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.56.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Sylvite and Topazolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sylvite 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 Sylvite and Topazolite chemical formula.

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

Sylvite and Topazolite Specific Gravity

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