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Topaz and Chrysoprase 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
2.58-2.64
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
[001] Perfect
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Topaz and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Topaz- Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Topaz and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.

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