Jacinth and Neptunite Physical Properties

Jacinth and Neptunite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jacinth and Neptunite 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 Jacinth and Neptunite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Jacinth- ZrSiO4
• Chemical formula of Neptunite- KNa 2Li(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ ) 2Ti 2Si 8O 24Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Jacinth and Neptunite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jacinth and Neptunite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jacinth and Neptunite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jacinth is 3.19-3.23 whereas that of Neptunite is 3.19-3.23.