Humite and Eilat stone Physical Properties

Humite and Eilat stone Chemical Formula

While comparing Humite and Eilat stone 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 Humite and Eilat stone chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Humite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 7(SiO 4) 3(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Eilat stone- Cu3(PO4)(OH)3

Humite and Eilat stone Specific Gravity

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