Helenite and Uvite Physical Properties

Helenite and Uvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Helenite and Uvite 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 Helenite and Uvite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Uvite- Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Helenite and Uvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Helenite and Uvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Helenite and Uvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Helenite is 2.97-3.14 whereas that of Uvite is 2.97-3.14.