Chrysoberyl and Heliotrope Physical Properties

Chrysoberyl and Heliotrope Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl and Heliotrope 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 Chrysoberyl and Heliotrope chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl ₂ O ₄
• Chemical formula of Heliotrope- SiO2

Chrysoberyl and Heliotrope Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Heliotrope Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Heliotrope Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 2.61 whereas that of Heliotrope is 2.61.