Sardonyx and Larimar Physical Properties

Sardonyx and Larimar Chemical Formula

While comparing Sardonyx and Larimar 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 Larimar chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sardonyx- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Larimar- Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Sardonyx and Larimar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sardonyx and Larimar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sardonyx and Larimar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sardonyx is 2.74-2.90 whereas that of Larimar is 2.74-2.90.