Jacobsite and Paraiba Physical Properties

Jacobsite and Paraiba Chemical Formula

While comparing Jacobsite and Paraiba 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 Jacobsite and Paraiba chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Jacobsite- (Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ,Mg)(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Paraiba- -

Jacobsite and Paraiba Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jacobsite and Paraiba Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jacobsite and Paraiba Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jacobsite is 3.04-3.13 whereas that of Paraiba is 3.04-3.13.