Binghamite and Tigers Eye Physical Properties

Binghamite and Tigers Eye Chemical Formula

While comparing Binghamite and Tigers Eye 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 Binghamite and Tigers Eye chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Binghamite- SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Tigers Eye- SiO₂

Binghamite and Tigers Eye Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Binghamite and Tigers Eye Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Binghamite and Tigers Eye Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Binghamite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Tigers Eye is 2.58-2.64.