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Topaz and Fluorapatite Physical Properties

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
3.1-3.25
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
[001] Perfect
Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8
5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Topaz and Fluorapatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Fluorapatite 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 Fluorapatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Topaz- Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Fluorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Topaz and Fluorapatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Fluorapatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Fluorapatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 3.1-3.25 whereas that of Fluorapatite is 3.1-3.25.