Idocrase and Aegirine Physical Properties

Idocrase and Aegirine Chemical Formula

While comparing Idocrase and Aegirine 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 Idocrase and Aegirine chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Idocrase- Ca10(Mg,Fe)2(Si2O7)2(SiO4)2O(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Aegirine- (Na,Fe,Ca)Si 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Idocrase and Aegirine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Idocrase and Aegirine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Idocrase and Aegirine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Idocrase is 3.50-3.60 whereas that of Aegirine is 3.50-3.60.