Arfvedsonite and Amethyst Physical Properties

Arfvedsonite and Amethyst Chemical Formula

While comparing Arfvedsonite and Amethyst 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 Arfvedsonite and Amethyst chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Arfvedsonite- NaNa2(Fe++4Fe+++)Si8O22(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Amethyst- SiO₂

Arfvedsonite and Amethyst Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Arfvedsonite and Amethyst Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Arfvedsonite and Amethyst Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Arfvedsonite is 2.65 whereas that of Amethyst is 2.65.