Magnetite and Poudretteite Physical Properties

Magnetite and Poudretteite Chemical Formula

While comparing Magnetite and Poudretteite 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 Poudretteite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Magnetite- Fe 3O 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Poudretteite- KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Magnetite and Poudretteite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Magnetite and Poudretteite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Magnetite and Poudretteite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Magnetite is 2.51-2.53 whereas that of Poudretteite is 2.51-2.53.