Brucite and Agate Physical Properties

Brucite and Agate Chemical Formula

While comparing Brucite and Agate 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 Brucite and Agate chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Agate- SiO₂

Brucite and Agate Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Brucite and Agate Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Brucite and Agate Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Brucite is 2.60-2.64 whereas that of Agate is 2.60-2.64.