Topaz and Amethyst Physical Properties

Topaz

Amethyst

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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insoluble in common solvents

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.49-3.57

2.65

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

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

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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.