White topaz and Bytownite Physical Properties

White topaz and Bytownite Chemical Formula

While comparing White topaz and Bytownite 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 Bytownite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Bytownite- Ca(70-90%)Na(30-10%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

White topaz and Bytownite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is White topaz and Bytownite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use White topaz and Bytownite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of White topaz is 2.72-2.75 whereas that of Bytownite is 2.72-2.75.