Iddingsite and Heliotrope Physical Properties

Iddingsite and Heliotrope Chemical Formula

While comparing Iddingsite and Heliotrope 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 Heliotrope chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Iddingsite- MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)
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Iddingsite and Heliotrope Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Iddingsite and Heliotrope Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Iddingsite and Heliotrope Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Iddingsite is 2.61 whereas that of Heliotrope is 2.61.