Emerald and Holmquistite Physical Properties

Emerald and Holmquistite Chemical Formula

While comparing Emerald and Holmquistite 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 Emerald and Holmquistite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Emerald- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
• Chemical formula of Holmquistite- Li 2[(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2]Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Emerald and Holmquistite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Emerald and Holmquistite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Emerald and Holmquistite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Emerald is 2.95-3.13 whereas that of Holmquistite is 2.95-3.13.