Analcime and Moss Agate Physical Properties

Analcime and Moss Agate Chemical Formula

While comparing Analcime and Moss Agate 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 Analcime and Moss Agate chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Analcime- NaAlSi 2O 6 · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Moss Agate- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Analcime and Moss Agate Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Analcime and Moss Agate Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Analcime and Moss Agate Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Analcime is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Moss Agate is 2.58-2.64.