Topazolite and Polyhalite Physical Properties

Topazolite and Polyhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Topazolite and Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Topazolite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Polyhalite- K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4·2H2O

Topazolite and Polyhalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topazolite and Polyhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topazolite and Polyhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topazolite is 2.78 whereas that of Polyhalite is 2.78.