Eilat stone and Agate Physical Properties

Eilat stone and Agate Chemical Formula

While comparing Eilat stone and Agate 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 Eilat stone and Agate chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Agate- SiO₂

Eilat stone and Agate Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Eilat stone and Agate Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Eilat stone and Agate Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Eilat stone is 2.60-2.64 whereas that of Agate is 2.60-2.64.