Amazonite and Heliotrope Physical Properties

Amazonite and Heliotrope Chemical Formula

While comparing Amazonite and Heliotrope 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 Heliotrope chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Amazonite- KAlSi₃O₈
• Chemical formula of Heliotrope- SiO2

Amazonite and Heliotrope Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amazonite and Heliotrope Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amazonite and Heliotrope Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amazonite is 2.61 whereas that of Heliotrope is 2.61.