Topazolite and Serendibite Physical Properties

Topazolite and Serendibite Chemical Formula

While comparing Topazolite and Serendibite 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 Serendibite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Topazolite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Serendibite- Ca 2(Mg,Al) 6(Si,Al,B) 6O 20Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Topazolite and Serendibite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topazolite and Serendibite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topazolite and Serendibite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topazolite is 3.43-3.44 whereas that of Serendibite is 3.43-3.44.