White topaz and Albite Physical Properties

White topaz and Albite Chemical Formula

While comparing White topaz and Albite 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 White topaz and Albite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

White topaz and Albite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is White topaz and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use White topaz and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of White topaz is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.