Amazonite and Hyalite Physical Properties

Amazonite and Hyalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amazonite 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 Amazonite and Hyalite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Amazonite- KAlSi₃O₈
• Chemical formula of Hyalite- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Amazonite and Hyalite Specific Gravity

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