Idocrase and Strontianite Physical Properties

Idocrase and Strontianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Idocrase and Strontianite 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 Strontianite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Idocrase- Ca10(Mg,Fe)2(Si2O7)2(SiO4)2O(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Strontianite- SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Idocrase and Strontianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Idocrase and Strontianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Idocrase and Strontianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Idocrase is 3.63-3.79 whereas that of Strontianite is 3.63-3.79.