Feldspar and Legrandite Physical Properties

Feldspar and Legrandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Feldspar and Legrandite 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 Feldspar and Legrandite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Feldspar- KAlSi3O8
• Chemical formula of Legrandite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH) · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Feldspar and Legrandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Feldspar and Legrandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Feldspar and Legrandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Feldspar is 3.98-4.04 whereas that of Legrandite is 3.98-4.04.