Fayalite and Weloganite Physical Properties

Fayalite and Weloganite Chemical Formula

While comparing Fayalite and Weloganite 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 Fayalite and Weloganite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Fayalite- Fe 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Weloganite- Na2SrZrSi6O17(OH)3·3H2O

Fayalite and Weloganite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Fayalite and Weloganite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Fayalite and Weloganite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Fayalite is 3.20-3.22 whereas that of Weloganite is 3.20-3.22.