Lazulite and Shigaite Physical Properties

Lazulite and Shigaite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lazulite and Shigaite 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 Lazulite and Shigaite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Lazulite- (Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references
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Lazulite and Shigaite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Lazulite and Shigaite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Lazulite and Shigaite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Lazulite is 2.32 whereas that of Shigaite is 2.32.