Tavorite and Topaz Physical Properties

Tavorite

Topaz

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.32

3.49-3.57

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

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

1.6 Cleavage

{???} Distinct, {???} Distinct, {???} Distinct

[001] Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available

1.8 Chemical Composition

LiFe3+ (PO 4)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Al₂SiO₄(F,OH)₂

Tavorite and Topaz Chemical Formula

While comparing Tavorite 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 Tavorite and Topaz chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Tavorite- LiFe3+ (PO 4)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Topaz- Al₂SiO₄(F,OH)₂

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Tavorite and Topaz Specific Gravity

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