Willemite and Rock Crystal Physical Properties

Willemite and Rock Crystal Chemical Formula

While comparing Willemite and Rock Crystal 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 Rock Crystal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Willemite- Zn 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Rock Crystal- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Willemite and Rock Crystal Specific Gravity

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