White topaz and Gypsum Physical Properties

White topaz and Gypsum Chemical Formula

While comparing White topaz and Gypsum 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 Gypsum chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Gypsum- CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

White topaz and Gypsum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is White topaz and Gypsum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use White topaz and Gypsum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of White topaz is 2.20-2.40 whereas that of Gypsum is 2.20-2.40.