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Topaz and Cobaltite 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
6.3
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001) More from other references, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
[001] Perfect
{100} Good, {010} Good, {001} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Topaz and Cobaltite Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Cobaltite 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 Cobaltite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Topaz- Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Topaz and Cobaltite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Cobaltite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Cobaltite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 6.3 whereas that of Cobaltite is 6.3.