Idocrase and Herderite Physical Properties

Idocrase and Herderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Idocrase and Herderite 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 Herderite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Idocrase- Ca10(Mg,Fe)2(Si2O7)2(SiO4)2O(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Herderite- CaBePO 4(F,OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Idocrase and Herderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Idocrase and Herderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Idocrase and Herderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Idocrase is 2.90-3.02 whereas that of Herderite is 2.90-3.02.