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Topaz and Diopside Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.49-3.573.22-3.40
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
[001] Perfect
Distinct/good on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
85-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
CaMgSi2O6

Topaz and Diopside Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Diopside 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 Diopside chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Topaz- Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Diopside- CaMgSi2O6

Topaz and Diopside Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Diopside Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Diopside Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 3.22-3.40 whereas that of Diopside is 3.22-3.40.