Amazonite and Charlesite Physical Properties

Amazonite and Charlesite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amazonite and Charlesite 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 Charlesite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Amazonite- KAlSi₃O₈
• Chemical formula of Charlesite- Ca6(Al,Si)2(SO4)2B(OH)4(OH,O)12•26(H2O)

Amazonite and Charlesite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amazonite and Charlesite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amazonite and Charlesite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amazonite is 1.79 whereas that of Charlesite is 1.79.