Hematite and Petrified Wood Physical Properties

Hematite and Petrified Wood Chemical Formula

While comparing Hematite and Petrified Wood 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 Petrified Wood chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hematite- Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Hematite and Petrified Wood Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hematite and Petrified Wood Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hematite and Petrified Wood Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hematite is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Petrified Wood is 2.58-2.91.