Amazonite and Nickeline Physical Properties

Amazonite and Nickeline Chemical Formula

While comparing Amazonite and Nickeline 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 Nickeline chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Amazonite- KAlSi₃O₈
• Chemical formula of Nickeline- NiAs

Amazonite and Nickeline Specific Gravity

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