Pargasite and Beryl Physical Properties

Pargasite and Beryl Chemical Formula

While comparing Pargasite and Beryl 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 Pargasite and Beryl chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pargasite- NaCa 2(Mg 4Al)Si 6Al 2O 22(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Beryl- Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈

Pargasite and Beryl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pargasite and Beryl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pargasite and Beryl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pargasite is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Beryl is 2.60-2.90.