Magnetite and Chondrodite Physical Properties

Magnetite and Chondrodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Magnetite and Chondrodite 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 Magnetite and Chondrodite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Magnetite- Fe 3O 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Chondrodite- (Mg,Fe) 5(SiO 4) 2(F,OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Magnetite and Chondrodite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Magnetite and Chondrodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Magnetite and Chondrodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Magnetite is 3.10-3.20 whereas that of Chondrodite is 3.10-3.20.