Chrysoprase and Cat s Eye Physical Properties

Chrysoprase and Cat s Eye Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoprase and Cat s Eye 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 Chrysoprase and Cat s Eye chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO₂ (with a high level of nickel impurities )
• Chemical formula of Cat s Eye- BeAl ₂ O ₄

Chrysoprase and Cat s Eye Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoprase and Cat s Eye Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoprase and Cat s Eye Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoprase is 3.5-3.8 whereas that of Cat s Eye is 3.5-3.8.