Ametrine and Glaucophane Physical Properties

Ametrine and Glaucophane Chemical Formula

While comparing Ametrine and Glaucophane 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 Glaucophane chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Ametrine- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Glaucophane- [ ]Na2(Mg3Al2)Si8O22(OH)2

Ametrine and Glaucophane Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ametrine and Glaucophane Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ametrine and Glaucophane Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ametrine is 3-3.15 whereas that of Glaucophane is 3-3.15.