Indicolite and Ceylonite Physical Properties

Indicolite and Ceylonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Indicolite and Ceylonite 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 Indicolite and Ceylonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Indicolite- (Na,Li)3Al6Si6O18(BO3)3(OH)4
• Chemical formula of Ceylonite- (Mg,Fe2+ )Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references

Indicolite and Ceylonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Indicolite and Ceylonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Indicolite and Ceylonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Indicolite is 3.63-3.9 whereas that of Ceylonite is 3.63-3.9.