Magnetite and Friedelite Physical Properties

Magnetite and Friedelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Magnetite and Friedelite 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 Friedelite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Magnetite- Fe 3O 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Friedelite- Mn 8Si 6O 15(OH,Cl) 10Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Magnetite and Friedelite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Magnetite and Friedelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Magnetite and Friedelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Magnetite is 3.06-3.19 whereas that of Friedelite is 3.06-3.19.