Onyx and Sardonyx Physical Properties

Onyx and Sardonyx Chemical Formula

While comparing Onyx and Sardonyx 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 Onyx and Sardonyx chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Onyx- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Sardonyx- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Onyx and Sardonyx Specific Gravity

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