Epidote and Hessonite Physical Properties

Epidote and Hessonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Epidote and Hessonite 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 Epidote and Hessonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Epidote- CaAl 2(Fe3+ ,Al)Si 3O 12(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Hessonite- Ca3Al2(SiO4)3

Epidote and Hessonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Epidote and Hessonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Epidote and Hessonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Epidote is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Hessonite is 3.55-3.73.