Iolite and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties

Iolite and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iolite and Phosphosiderite 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 Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈
• Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Iolite and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Iolite and Phosphosiderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Iolite and Phosphosiderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Iolite is 2.74-2.76 whereas that of Phosphosiderite is 2.74-2.76.