Adularia and Magnesite Physical Properties

Adularia and Magnesite Chemical Formula

While comparing Adularia and Magnesite 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 Adularia and Magnesite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Adularia- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Magnesite- MgCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Adularia and Magnesite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Adularia and Magnesite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Adularia and Magnesite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Adularia is 2.92-3.12 whereas that of Magnesite is 2.92-3.12.