Beryl and Amazonite Physical Properties

Beryl and Amazonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Beryl and Amazonite 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 Beryl and Amazonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Beryl- Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈
• Chemical formula of Amazonite- KAlSi₃O₈

Beryl and Amazonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Beryl and Amazonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Beryl and Amazonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Beryl is 2.55-2.57 whereas that of Amazonite is 2.55-2.57.