Liddicoatite and Unakite Physical Properties

Liddicoatite and Unakite Chemical Formula

While comparing Liddicoatite and Unakite 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 Liddicoatite and Unakite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Liddicoatite- Ca(Li 2Al)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Liddicoatite and Unakite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Liddicoatite and Unakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Liddicoatite and Unakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Liddicoatite is 2.85-3.20 whereas that of Unakite is 2.85-3.20.