While comparing Bloodstone Heliotrope and Iolite 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 Bloodstone Heliotrope and Iolite chemical formula.
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bloodstone Heliotrope and Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bloodstone Heliotrope and Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bloodstone Heliotrope is 2.6-2.7 whereas that of Iolite is 2.6-2.7.