Sunstone and Jet Physical Properties

Sunstone and Jet Chemical Formula

While comparing Sunstone and Jet 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 Jet chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sunstone- Microcline: KAlSi₃O₈ Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al_1-2Si_3-2O₈
• Chemical formula of Jet- C

Sunstone and Jet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sunstone and Jet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sunstone and Jet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sunstone is 1.19-1.35 whereas that of Jet is 1.19-1.35.