Flint and Chondrodite Physical Properties

Flint and Chondrodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Flint and Chondrodite 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 Flint and Chondrodite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Chondrodite- (Mg,Fe) 5(SiO 4) 2(F,OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Flint and Chondrodite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Flint and Chondrodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Flint and Chondrodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Flint is 3.10-3.20 whereas that of Chondrodite is 3.10-3.20.