Abalone and Hyalite Physical Properties

Abalone and Hyalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Abalone and Hyalite 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 Abalone and Hyalite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Abalone- CaCO3
• Chemical formula of Hyalite- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Abalone and Hyalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Abalone and Hyalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Abalone and Hyalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Abalone is whereas that of Hyalite is .