Hyalite and Onyx Physical Properties

Hyalite and Onyx Chemical Formula

While comparing Hyalite and Onyx 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 Hyalite and Onyx chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hyalite- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
• Chemical formula of Onyx- SiO₂

Hyalite and Onyx Specific Gravity

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