Anthophyllite and Heliodor Physical Properties

Anthophyllite and Heliodor Chemical Formula

While comparing Anthophyllite and Heliodor 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 Anthophyllite and Heliodor chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Anthophyllite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 2(Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Heliodor- Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈

Anthophyllite and Heliodor Specific Gravity

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