Thomsonite and Blue quartz Physical Properties

Thomsonite and Blue quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Thomsonite and Blue quartz 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 Thomsonite and Blue quartz chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Thomsonite- NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Blue quartz- SiO2 with dumortierite

Thomsonite and Blue quartz Specific Gravity

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