Chrysanthemum Stone and Iddingsite Physical Properties

Chrysanthemum Stone and Iddingsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysanthemum Stone and Iddingsite 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 Chrysanthemum Stone and Iddingsite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Iddingsite- MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)

Chrysanthemum Stone and Iddingsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysanthemum Stone and Iddingsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysanthemum Stone and Iddingsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysanthemum Stone is 2.5-2.8 whereas that of Iddingsite is 2.5-2.8.