Sunstone and Hyalite Physical Properties

Sunstone and Hyalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sunstone and Hyalite 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 Sunstone and Hyalite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sunstone- Microcline: KAlSi₃O₈ Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al_1-2Si_3-2O₈
• Chemical formula of Hyalite- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Sunstone and Hyalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sunstone and Hyalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sunstone and Hyalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sunstone is Not Available whereas that of Hyalite is Not Available.