Aventurine feldspar and Lapis lazuli Physical Properties

Aventurine feldspar and Lapis lazuli Chemical Formula

While comparing Aventurine feldspar and Lapis lazuli 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 Aventurine feldspar and Lapis lazuli chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Lapis lazuli- The chief constituent Lapis Lazuli is Lazurite, with the following chemical formula: (Na,Ca)₈Al₆Si₆O₂₄(S,SO)₄

Aventurine feldspar and Lapis lazuli Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aventurine feldspar and Lapis lazuli Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aventurine feldspar and Lapis lazuli Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aventurine feldspar is 2.50-3.00 whereas that of Lapis lazuli is 2.50-3.00.