Hematite and Biotite Physical Properties

Hematite and Biotite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hematite and Biotite 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 Hematite and Biotite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hematite- Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Biotite- K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2

Hematite and Biotite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hematite and Biotite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hematite and Biotite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hematite is 2.7-3.3 whereas that of Biotite is 2.7-3.3.