Anthophyllite and Hiddenite Physical Properties

Anthophyllite and Hiddenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anthophyllite and Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite- LiAlSi₂O₆

Anthophyllite and Hiddenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anthophyllite and Hiddenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anthophyllite and Hiddenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anthophyllite is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Hiddenite is 3.15-3.21.