Aquamarine and Hessonite Physical Properties

Aquamarine and Hessonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aquamarine and Hessonite 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 Aquamarine and Hessonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Aquamarine- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
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Aquamarine and Hessonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aquamarine and Hessonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aquamarine and Hessonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aquamarine is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Hessonite is 3.55-3.73.