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Topaz and Ulexite 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
1.65-1.99
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
[001] Perfect
{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Topaz and Ulexite Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Ulexite 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 Ulexite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Topaz- Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Ulexite- NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Topaz and Ulexite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Ulexite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Ulexite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 1.65-1.99 whereas that of Ulexite is 1.65-1.99.