Sussexite and Aquamarine Physical Properties

Sussexite and Aquamarine Chemical Formula

While comparing Sussexite and Aquamarine 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 Sussexite and Aquamarine chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sussexite- Mn2+ BO 2(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Aquamarine- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Sussexite and Aquamarine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sussexite and Aquamarine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sussexite and Aquamarine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sussexite is 2.66-2.80 whereas that of Aquamarine is 2.66-2.80.