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Willemite and Amethyst Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble in common solvents
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.89-4.182.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{0001}, {11 2 0} imperfect
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.57
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Zn 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2

Willemite and Amethyst Chemical Formula

While comparing Willemite and Amethyst 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 Willemite and Amethyst chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Willemite- Zn 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Amethyst- SiO2

Willemite and Amethyst Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Willemite and Amethyst Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Willemite and Amethyst Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Willemite is 2.65 whereas that of Amethyst is 2.65.