Topazolite and Sphalerite Physical Properties

Topazolite

Sphalerite

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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

3.70-4.103.95-4.10

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

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{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-73.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

(Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Topazolite and Sphalerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Topazolite and Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Topazolite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Topazolite and Sphalerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topazolite and Sphalerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topazolite and Sphalerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topazolite is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Sphalerite is 3.95-4.10.