Tavorite and Topazolite Physical Properties

Tavorite

Topazolite

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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

3.323.70-4.10

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

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

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available6.5-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Tavorite and Topazolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tavorite 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 Tavorite and Topazolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Tavorite- LiFe3+ (PO 4)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Topazolite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Tavorite and Topazolite Specific Gravity

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