Iolite and Chalcopyrite Physical Properties

Iolite and Chalcopyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iolite and Chalcopyrite 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 Iolite and Chalcopyrite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈
• Chemical formula of Chalcopyrite- CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Iolite and Chalcopyrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Iolite and Chalcopyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Iolite and Chalcopyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Iolite is 4.1-4.3 whereas that of Chalcopyrite is 4.1-4.3.