Flint and Iddingsite Physical Properties

Flint and Iddingsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Flint and Iddingsite 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 Iddingsite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Flint- SiO2
• Chemical formula of Iddingsite- MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)

Flint and Iddingsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Flint and Iddingsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Flint and Iddingsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Flint is 2.5-2.8 whereas that of Iddingsite is 2.5-2.8.