Carnelian and Larimar Physical Properties

Carnelian and Larimar Chemical Formula

While comparing Carnelian and Larimar 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 Carnelian and Larimar chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Carnelian- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Larimar- Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Carnelian and Larimar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Carnelian and Larimar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Carnelian and Larimar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Carnelian is 2.74-2.90 whereas that of Larimar is 2.74-2.90.