Topaz and Selenite Physical Properties

Topaz

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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

3.49-3.57Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

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1.6 Cleavage

[001] Perfect

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al₂SiO₄(F,OH)₂

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Topaz and Selenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Selenite 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 Selenite chemical formula.

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

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Topaz and Selenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Selenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Selenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is Not Available whereas that of Selenite is Not Available.