Prase and Hyacinth Physical Properties

Prase and Hyacinth Chemical Formula

While comparing Prase and Hyacinth 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 Prase and Hyacinth chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Prase- SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Hyacinth- ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Prase and Hyacinth Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Prase and Hyacinth Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Prase and Hyacinth Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Prase is 3.93-4.73 whereas that of Hyacinth is 3.93-4.73.