Gaspeite and Hematite Physical Properties

Gaspeite and Hematite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gaspeite and Hematite 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 Gaspeite and Hematite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Gaspeite- (Ni,Mg,Fe++)CO3
• Chemical formula of Hematite- Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Gaspeite and Hematite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Gaspeite and Hematite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Gaspeite and Hematite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Gaspeite is 5.00-5.30 whereas that of Hematite is 5.00-5.30.