Jet and Iddingsite Physical Properties

Jet and Iddingsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jet and Iddingsite 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 Jet and Iddingsite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Jet- C
• Chemical formula of Iddingsite- MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)

Jet and Iddingsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jet and Iddingsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jet and Iddingsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jet is 2.5-2.8 whereas that of Iddingsite is 2.5-2.8.