Melanite and Jasper Physical Properties

Melanite and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Melanite and Jasper 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 Melanite and Jasper chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Melanite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO₂

Melanite and Jasper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Melanite and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Melanite and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Melanite is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.