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Topaz and Brazilianite Physical Properties

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
3.49-3.57
2.98-2.99
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Conchoidal, Gems
1.6 Cleavage
[001] Perfect
(010) Distinct to good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Topaz and Brazilianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Brazilianite 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 Brazilianite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Topaz- Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Brazilianite- NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Topaz and Brazilianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Brazilianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Brazilianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 2.98-2.99 whereas that of Brazilianite is 2.98-2.99.