Topazolite and Sylvite Physical Properties

Topazolite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Topazolite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Topazolite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Sylvite- KCl

Topazolite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topazolite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topazolite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topazolite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.