Tinaksite and Chalcedony Physical Properties

Tinaksite and Chalcedony Chemical Formula

While comparing Tinaksite and Chalcedony 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 Tinaksite and Chalcedony chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Chalcedony- SiO₂

Tinaksite and Chalcedony Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tinaksite and Chalcedony Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tinaksite and Chalcedony Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tinaksite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Chalcedony is 2.55-2.70.