Chalcedony and Bayldonite Physical Properties

Chalcedony and Bayldonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chalcedony and Bayldonite 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 Chalcedony and Bayldonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chalcedony- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Bayldonite- (Cu,Zn)3Pb(AsO3OH)2(OH)2

Chalcedony and Bayldonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chalcedony and Bayldonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chalcedony and Bayldonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chalcedony is 5.50 whereas that of Bayldonite is 5.50.