Ceylonite and Jasper Physical Properties

Ceylonite and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Ceylonite and Jasper 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 Ceylonite and Jasper chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Ceylonite- (Mg,Fe2+ )Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO₂

Ceylonite and Jasper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ceylonite and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ceylonite and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ceylonite is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.