Topaz and Rock Crystal Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.49-3.57
2.65
Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Cleavage
[001] Perfect
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Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Topaz and Rock Crystal Chemical Formula
While comparing Topaz and Rock Crystal 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 Rock Crystal chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Topaz- Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
- Chemical formula of Rock Crystal- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Topaz and Rock Crystal Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Rock Crystal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Rock Crystal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 2.65 whereas that of Rock Crystal is 2.65.