Boracite and Analcime Physical Properties

Boracite and Analcime Chemical Formula

While comparing Boracite and Analcime 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 Boracite and Analcime chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Boracite- Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Analcime- NaAlSi 2O 6 · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Boracite and Analcime Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Boracite and Analcime Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Boracite and Analcime Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Boracite is 2.24-2.29 whereas that of Analcime is 2.24-2.29.