Prasiolite and Chrysoprase Physical Properties

Prasiolite and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Prasiolite and Chrysoprase 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 Prasiolite and Chrysoprase chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Prasiolite- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO₂ (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Prasiolite and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Prasiolite and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Prasiolite and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Prasiolite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.