Nacre and Austinite Physical Properties

Nacre and Austinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nacre and Austinite 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 Nacre and Austinite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Nacre- CaCO3
• Chemical formula of Austinite- CaZn(AsO4)(OH)

Nacre and Austinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nacre and Austinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nacre and Austinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nacre is 4.12 whereas that of Austinite is 4.12.