Smaragdite and Charlesite Physical Properties

Smaragdite and Charlesite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smaragdite and Charlesite 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 Charlesite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Smaragdite- NaCa2(Al,Fe)3Si6O18(OH)4
• Chemical formula of Charlesite- Ca6(Al,Si)2(SO4)2B(OH)4(OH,O)12•26(H2O)

Smaragdite and Charlesite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smaragdite and Charlesite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smaragdite and Charlesite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smaragdite is 1.79 whereas that of Charlesite is 1.79.