Sulfur vs Topaz
| Property | Sulfur | Topaz |
|---|---|---|
| Formula | S | Al2SiO4(F,OH)2 |
| Crystal System | Orthorhombic | Orthorhombic |
| Mineral Class | 01 Native Elements | 09 Silicates |
| Mohs Hardness | 1.5-2.5 | 8.0 |
| Color | Bright yellow, brownish yellow | Colorless, yellow, blue, pink, orange |
| Luster | Resinous | Vitreous |
| Streak | White | Colorless |
| Transparency | Transparent | Transparent |
| Cleavage | Poor {001}, {110} | Perfect {001} |
| Fracture | Conchoidal to uneven | Conchoidal to uneven |