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Topaz and Gaylussite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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decomposes in water
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.49-3.571.93-1.99
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
[001] Perfect
perfect [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
82.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Topaz and Gaylussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Topaz- Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Topaz and Gaylussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Gaylussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Gaylussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 1.93-1.99 whereas that of Gaylussite is 1.93-1.99.