Cymophane and Carnelian Physical Properties

Cymophane and Carnelian Chemical Formula

While comparing Cymophane and Carnelian 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 Cymophane and Carnelian chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Cymophane- BeAl 2O 4Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Carnelian- SiO₂

Cymophane and Carnelian Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cymophane and Carnelian Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cymophane and Carnelian Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cymophane is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Carnelian is 2.58-2.64.