Indicolite and Lepidocrocite Physical Properties

Indicolite and Lepidocrocite Chemical Formula

While comparing Indicolite and Lepidocrocite 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 Lepidocrocite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Indicolite- (Na,Li)3Al6Si6O18(BO3)3(OH)4
• Chemical formula of Lepidocrocite- FeO(OH)

Indicolite and Lepidocrocite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Indicolite and Lepidocrocite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Indicolite and Lepidocrocite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Indicolite is 4 whereas that of Lepidocrocite is 4.