Ametrine and Cerussite Physical Properties

Ametrine and Cerussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ametrine and Cerussite 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 Ametrine and Cerussite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Ametrine- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Cerussite- PbCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ametrine and Cerussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ametrine and Cerussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ametrine and Cerussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ametrine is 6.46-6.57 whereas that of Cerussite is 6.46-6.57.