Hardystonite and Moss Agate Physical Properties

Hardystonite and Moss Agate Chemical Formula

While comparing Hardystonite and Moss 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 Hardystonite and Moss Agate chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hardystonite- Ca 2ZnSi 2O 7Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Moss Agate- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Hardystonite and Moss Agate Specific Gravity

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