Agrellite and Iddingsite Physical Properties

Agrellite and Iddingsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Agrellite and Iddingsite 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 Agrellite and Iddingsite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Agrellite- NaCa2Si4O10F
• Chemical formula of Iddingsite- MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)

Agrellite and Iddingsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Agrellite and Iddingsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Agrellite and Iddingsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Agrellite is 2.5-2.8 whereas that of Iddingsite is 2.5-2.8.