Topaz and Phlogopite Physical Properties

Topaz

Phlogopite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Tough

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.49-3.572.78-2.85

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

None, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

[001] Perfect

Perfect basal (001)

1.7 Mohs Hardness

82-2.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al₂SiO₄(F,OH)₂

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Topaz and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Phlogopite 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 Phlogopite chemical formula.

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

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Topaz and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Phlogopite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Phlogopite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 2.78-2.85 whereas that of Phlogopite is 2.78-2.85.