Vivianite and Topaz Physical Properties

Vivianite and Topaz Chemical Formula

While comparing Vivianite and Topaz 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 Vivianite and Topaz chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Vivianite- Fe 3(PO 4) 2 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Topaz- Al₂SiO₄(F,OH)₂

Vivianite and Topaz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vivianite and Topaz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vivianite and Topaz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vivianite is 3.49-3.57 whereas that of Topaz is 3.49-3.57.