Prase Opal and Ametrine Physical Properties

Prase Opal and Ametrine Chemical Formula

While comparing Prase Opal and Ametrine 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 Opal and Ametrine chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Prase Opal- SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Ametrine- SiO₂

Prase Opal and Ametrine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Prase Opal and Ametrine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Prase Opal and Ametrine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Prase Opal is 2.65 whereas that of Ametrine is 2.65.