Falcons Eye and Scapolite Physical Properties

Falcons Eye and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Falcons Eye and Scapolite 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 Falcons Eye and Scapolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Falcons Eye- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
• Chemical formula of Scapolite- Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Falcons Eye and Scapolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Falcons Eye and Scapolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Falcons Eye and Scapolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Falcons Eye is 2.58-2.74 whereas that of Scapolite is 2.58-2.74.