Topazolite and Glaucophane Physical Properties

Topazolite and Glaucophane Chemical Formula

While comparing Topazolite and Glaucophane 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 Topazolite and Glaucophane chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Topazolite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Glaucophane- [ ]Na2(Mg3Al2)Si8O22(OH)2

Topazolite and Glaucophane Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topazolite and Glaucophane Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topazolite and Glaucophane Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topazolite is 3-3.15 whereas that of Glaucophane is 3-3.15.