Foitite and Elbaite Physical Properties

Foitite and Elbaite Chemical Formula

While comparing Foitite and Elbaite 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 Foitite and Elbaite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Foitite- Na x[Fe2+2(Al,Fe3+ )]Al 6(BO 3) 3Si 6O 18(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Elbaite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references

Foitite and Elbaite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Foitite and Elbaite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Foitite and Elbaite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Foitite is 2.90-3.10 whereas that of Elbaite is 2.90-3.10.