Fuchsite and Sunstone Physical Properties

Fuchsite and Sunstone Chemical Formula

While comparing Fuchsite and Sunstone 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 Fuchsite and Sunstone chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Fuchsite- K(Al,Cr) 3Si 3O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Sunstone- Microcline: KAlSi₃O₈ Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al_1-2Si_3-2O₈

Fuchsite and Sunstone Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Fuchsite and Sunstone Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Fuchsite and Sunstone Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Fuchsite is 2.62-2.65 whereas that of Sunstone is 2.62-2.65.