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Topaz and Sulphur Physical Properties


Sulphur 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   
2.05-2.08   

Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle   
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Cleavage
[001] Perfect   
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Mohs Hardness
8   
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Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2   
SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)   

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Topaz and Sulphur Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Sulphur 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 Sulphur chemical formula.

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Topaz and Sulphur Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Sulphur Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Sulphur Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 2.05-2.08 whereas that of Sulphur is 2.05-2.08.

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