Lawsonite and Biotite Physical Properties

Lawsonite and Biotite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lawsonite and Biotite 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 Lawsonite and Biotite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Lawsonite- CaAl2Si2O7(OH)2.H2O
• Chemical formula of Biotite- K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2

Lawsonite and Biotite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Lawsonite and Biotite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Lawsonite and Biotite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Lawsonite is 2.7-3.3 whereas that of Biotite is 2.7-3.3.