Uvite and Onyx Physical Properties

Uvite and Onyx Chemical Formula

While comparing Uvite and Onyx 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 Uvite and Onyx chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Uvite- Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Onyx- SiO₂

Uvite and Onyx Specific Gravity

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