Smaragdite and Celestine Physical Properties

Smaragdite and Celestine Chemical Formula

While comparing Smaragdite and Celestine 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 Smaragdite and Celestine chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Smaragdite- NaCa2(Al,Fe)3Si6O18(OH)4
• Chemical formula of Celestine- SrSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Smaragdite and Celestine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smaragdite and Celestine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smaragdite and Celestine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smaragdite is 3.90-4.00 whereas that of Celestine is 3.90-4.00.