Biotite and Shigaite Physical Properties

Biotite and Shigaite Chemical Formula

While comparing Biotite and Shigaite 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 Biotite and Shigaite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Biotite- K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2
• Chemical formula of Shigaite- Pb6Cu3BiS4

Biotite and Shigaite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Biotite and Shigaite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Biotite and Shigaite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Biotite is 2.32 whereas that of Shigaite is 2.32.