Chrome-Chalcedony and Iolite Physical Properties

Chrome-Chalcedony and Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrome-Chalcedony and Iolite 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 Chrome-Chalcedony and Iolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chrome-Chalcedony- SiO 2 (with trace Cr minerals) Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

Chrome-Chalcedony and Iolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrome-Chalcedony and Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrome-Chalcedony and Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrome-Chalcedony is 2.6-2.7 whereas that of Iolite is 2.6-2.7.