Hibschite and Chrome-Chalcedony Physical Properties

Hibschite and Chrome-Chalcedony Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibschite and Chrome-Chalcedony 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 Chrome-Chalcedony 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 Chrome-Chalcedony- SiO 2 (with trace Cr minerals) Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Hibschite and Chrome-Chalcedony Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibschite and Chrome-Chalcedony Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibschite and Chrome-Chalcedony Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibschite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Chrome-Chalcedony is 2.55-2.70.