Topaz and Onyx Physical Properties

Topaz

Onyx

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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

3.49-3.572.55-2.70

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

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1.6 Cleavage

[001] Perfect

Indiscernible

1.7 Mohs Hardness

86.5-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al₂SiO₄(F,OH)₂

SiO₂

Topaz and Onyx Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Onyx 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 Onyx chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Topaz- Al₂SiO₄(F,OH)₂
Chemical formula of Onyx- SiO₂

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Topaz and Onyx Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Onyx Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Onyx Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Onyx is 2.55-2.70.