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Topaz and Titanite 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
3.49-3.573.48-3.60
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
[001] Perfect
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
85-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
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Topaz and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Titanite 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 Titanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Topaz- Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
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Topaz and Titanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Titanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Titanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 3.48-3.60 whereas that of Titanite is 3.48-3.60.