Iddingsite and Smaragdite Physical Properties

Iddingsite and Smaragdite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iddingsite and Smaragdite 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 Smaragdite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Iddingsite- MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)
• Chemical formula of Smaragdite- NaCa2(Al,Fe)3Si6O18(OH)4

Iddingsite and Smaragdite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Iddingsite and Smaragdite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Iddingsite and Smaragdite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Iddingsite is 3.24-3.50 whereas that of Smaragdite is 3.24-3.50.