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Topaz and Agate Physical Properties

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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
3.49-3.572.60-2.64
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
[001] Perfect
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
86.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
SiO2

Topaz and Agate Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Agate 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 Topaz and Agate chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Topaz- Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Agate- SiO2

Topaz and Agate Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Agate Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Agate Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 2.60-2.64 whereas that of Agate is 2.60-2.64.