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Topaz and Sunstone Physical Properties

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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
3.49-3.57
2.62-2.65
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
[001] Perfect
001
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
Microcline: KAlSi3O8 Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Topaz and Sunstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Sunstone 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 Sunstone chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Topaz- Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Sunstone- Microcline: KAlSi3O8 Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Topaz and Sunstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Sunstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Sunstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 2.62-2.65 whereas that of Sunstone is 2.62-2.65.