Topazolite and Iolite Physical Properties

Topazolite

Iolite

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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

3.70-4.102.6-2.7

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

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1.6 Cleavage

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3,1

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-77-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

Topazolite and Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Topazolite and Iolite 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 Iolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Topazolite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

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Topazolite and Iolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topazolite and Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topazolite and Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topazolite is 2.6-2.7 whereas that of Iolite is 2.6-2.7.