Shungite and Sardonyx Physical Properties

Shungite and Sardonyx Chemical Formula

While comparing Shungite and Sardonyx 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 Shungite and Sardonyx chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Shungite- C
• Chemical formula of Sardonyx- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Shungite and Sardonyx Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shungite and Sardonyx Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shungite and Sardonyx Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shungite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Sardonyx is 2.55-2.70.