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Topaz and Marialite 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
3.49-3.57
2.50
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
[001] Perfect
Distinct on {100} and {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Topaz and Marialite Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Marialite 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 Marialite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Topaz- Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Topaz and Marialite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Marialite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Marialite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 2.50 whereas that of Marialite is 2.50.