Geodes and Hollandite Physical Properties

Geodes and Hollandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Geodes and Hollandite 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 Geodes and Hollandite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Hollandite- Ba(Mn++++,Mn++)8O16

Geodes and Hollandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Geodes and Hollandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Geodes and Hollandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Geodes is 5.05 whereas that of Hollandite is 5.05.