White topaz and Topaz Physical Properties

White topaz and Topaz Chemical Formula

While comparing White topaz 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 White topaz and Topaz chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Topaz- Al₂SiO₄(F,OH)₂

White topaz and Topaz Specific Gravity

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