Sardonyx and Hessonite Physical Properties

Sardonyx and Hessonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sardonyx and Hessonite 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 Sardonyx and Hessonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sardonyx- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Sardonyx and Hessonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sardonyx and Hessonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sardonyx and Hessonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sardonyx is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Hessonite is 3.55-3.73.