Lepidocrocite and Emerald Physical Properties

Lepidocrocite and Emerald Chemical Formula

While comparing Lepidocrocite and Emerald 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 Lepidocrocite and Emerald chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Lepidocrocite- FeO(OH)
• Chemical formula of Emerald- Be₃Al₂SiO₆

Lepidocrocite and Emerald Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Lepidocrocite and Emerald Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Lepidocrocite and Emerald Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Lepidocrocite is 2.67-2.78 whereas that of Emerald is 2.67-2.78.