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Topaz and Chiastolite 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
3.49-3.57
3.00-3.15
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
[001] Perfect
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
8
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Topaz and Chiastolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Chiastolite 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 Chiastolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Topaz- Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Topaz and Chiastolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Chiastolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Chiastolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 3.00-3.15 whereas that of Chiastolite is 3.00-3.15.