Amazonite and Vesuvianite Physical Properties

Amazonite and Vesuvianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amazonite and Vesuvianite 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 Vesuvianite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Amazonite- KAlSi₃O₈
• Chemical formula of Vesuvianite- Ca10(Mg,Fe)2Al4(SiO4)5(Si2O7)2(OH)4

Amazonite and Vesuvianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amazonite and Vesuvianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amazonite and Vesuvianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amazonite is 3.32-3.43 whereas that of Vesuvianite is 3.32-3.43.