Legrandite and Sonolite Physical Properties

Legrandite and Sonolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Legrandite and Sonolite 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 Legrandite and Sonolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Legrandite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH) · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Sonolite- Mn2+9(SiO 4) 4(OH,F) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Legrandite and Sonolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Legrandite and Sonolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Legrandite and Sonolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Legrandite is 3.82-4.00 whereas that of Sonolite is 3.82-4.00.