Amazonite and Brazilianite Physical Properties

Amazonite and Brazilianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amazonite and Brazilianite 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 Amazonite and Brazilianite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Amazonite- KAlSi₃O₈
• Chemical formula of Brazilianite- NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Amazonite and Brazilianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amazonite and Brazilianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amazonite and Brazilianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amazonite is 2.98-2.99 whereas that of Brazilianite is 2.98-2.99.