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Topaz and Transvaal Jade Physical Properties

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
3.49-3.573.55-3.73
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
[001] Perfect
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
87-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Topaz and Transvaal Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Transvaal Jade 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 Transvaal Jade chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Topaz- Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Transvaal Jade- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Topaz and Transvaal Jade Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Transvaal Jade Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Transvaal Jade Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Transvaal Jade is 3.55-3.73.