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Topaz and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.49-3.573.69-3.81
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
[001] Perfect
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
88.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
BeAl 2 O 4

Topaz and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Chrysoberyl 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 Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Topaz- Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4

Topaz and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Chrysoberyl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Chrysoberyl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Chrysoberyl is 3.69-3.81.