Blue John and Rhodolite Physical Properties

Blue John and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Blue John and Rhodolite 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 Blue John and Rhodolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Blue John- CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

Blue John and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Blue John and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Blue John and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Blue John is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.