Meionite and Jet Physical Properties

Meionite and Jet Chemical Formula

While comparing Meionite and Jet 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 Meionite and Jet chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Meionite- 3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Meionite and Jet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Meionite and Jet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Meionite and Jet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Meionite is 1.19-1.35 whereas that of Jet is 1.19-1.35.