Sardonyx and Nepouite Physical Properties

Sardonyx and Nepouite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sardonyx and Nepouite 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 Nepouite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sardonyx and Nepouite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sardonyx and Nepouite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sardonyx is 3.18-3.24 whereas that of Nepouite is 3.18-3.24.