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Topaz and Rose Quartz Physical Properties


Rose Quartz and Topaz Physical Properties


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   
Indiscernible   

Mohs Hardness
8   
7   

Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2   
SiO2   

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Topaz and Rose Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Rose Quartz 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 Rose Quartz chemical formula.

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Topaz and Rose Quartz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Rose Quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Rose Quartz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 2.65 whereas that of Rose Quartz is 2.65.

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