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Topaz and Meionite 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
3.49-3.572.78
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
[001] Perfect
{???} Distinct, {???} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
85-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Topaz and Meionite Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Meionite 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 Meionite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Topaz- Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Meionite- 3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Topaz and Meionite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Meionite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Meionite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 2.78 whereas that of Meionite is 2.78.