Chalcedony and Holmquistite Physical Properties

Chalcedony and Holmquistite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chalcedony and Holmquistite 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 Holmquistite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chalcedony- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Holmquistite- Li 2[(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2]Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Chalcedony and Holmquistite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chalcedony and Holmquistite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chalcedony and Holmquistite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chalcedony is 2.95-3.13 whereas that of Holmquistite is 2.95-3.13.