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Topaz and Amethyst Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Not Available
1.2 Solubility
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insoluble in common solvents
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.49-3.572.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
[001] Perfect
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
87
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
SiO2

Topaz and Amethyst Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Amethyst 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 Amethyst chemical formula.

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

Topaz and Amethyst Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Amethyst Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Amethyst Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 2.65 whereas that of Amethyst is 2.65.