Anyolite and Agate Opal Physical Properties

Anyolite and Agate Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Anyolite and Agate Opal 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 Anyolite and Agate Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Anyolite- Ruby Zoisite: (Ca,Na)(Al,Mg,Fe)3Al6(BO3)3Si6O18(OH)4
• Chemical formula of Agate Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Anyolite and Agate Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anyolite and Agate Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anyolite and Agate Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anyolite is 1.98-2.50 whereas that of Agate Opal is 1.98-2.50.