Hiddenite and Prase Physical Properties

Hiddenite and Prase Chemical Formula

While comparing Hiddenite and Prase 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 Hiddenite and Prase chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi₂O₆
• Chemical formula of Prase- SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Hiddenite and Prase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hiddenite and Prase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hiddenite and Prase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hiddenite is 2.64-2.69 whereas that of Prase is 2.64-2.69.