Pleonaste and Chalcedony Physical Properties

Pleonaste and Chalcedony Chemical Formula

While comparing Pleonaste and Chalcedony 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 Pleonaste and Chalcedony chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pleonaste- (Mg,Fe)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Chalcedony- SiO₂

Pleonaste and Chalcedony Specific Gravity

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