Iddingsite and Catapleiite Physical Properties

Iddingsite and Catapleiite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iddingsite and Catapleiite 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 Iddingsite and Catapleiite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Iddingsite- MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)
• Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Iddingsite and Catapleiite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Iddingsite and Catapleiite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Iddingsite and Catapleiite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Iddingsite is 2.72 whereas that of Catapleiite is 2.72.