Lepidocrocite and Umbalite Physical Properties

Lepidocrocite and Umbalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lepidocrocite and Umbalite 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 Umbalite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Lepidocrocite- FeO(OH)
• Chemical formula of Umbalite- Mg 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3 -Mn2+3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Lepidocrocite and Umbalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Lepidocrocite and Umbalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Lepidocrocite and Umbalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Lepidocrocite is 3.62-4.33 whereas that of Umbalite is 3.62-4.33.