Euclase and Siderite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
3.08-3.12
3.83-3.89
Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann
Uneven, Conchoidal
Cleavage
{010} Perfect
Perfect on {01 1 1}
Mohs Hardness
7.5
3.5-4.5
Chemical Composition
BeAlSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Fe2+ CO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Euclase and Siderite Chemical Formula
While comparing Euclase and Siderite 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 Euclase and Siderite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Euclase- BeAlSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Siderite- Fe2+ CO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Euclase and Siderite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Euclase and Siderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Euclase and Siderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Euclase is 3.83-3.89 whereas that of Siderite is 3.83-3.89.