Agate and Analcime Physical Properties

Agate and Analcime Chemical Formula

While comparing Agate and Analcime 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 Agate and Analcime chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Agate- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Analcime- NaAlSi 2O 6 · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Agate and Analcime Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Agate and Analcime Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Agate and Analcime Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Agate is 2.24-2.29 whereas that of Analcime is 2.24-2.29.