Topazolite and Linarite Physical Properties

Topazolite and Linarite Chemical Formula

While comparing Topazolite and Linarite 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 Linarite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Topazolite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Topazolite and Linarite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topazolite and Linarite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topazolite and Linarite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topazolite is 5.35 whereas that of Linarite is 5.35.