Adularia and Siderite Physical Properties

Adularia and Siderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Adularia and Siderite 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 Siderite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Adularia- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Siderite- Fe2+ CO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Adularia and Siderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Adularia and Siderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Adularia and Siderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Adularia is 3.83-3.89 whereas that of Siderite is 3.83-3.89.