Hibschite and Amazonite Physical Properties

Hibschite and Amazonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibschite and Amazonite 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 Hibschite and Amazonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hibschite- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3-x(OH) 4x (x=0.2 to 1.5)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Amazonite- KAlSi₃O₈

Hibschite and Amazonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibschite and Amazonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibschite and Amazonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibschite is 2.55-2.57 whereas that of Amazonite is 2.55-2.57.