Melanite and Glass Physical Properties

Melanite and Glass Chemical Formula

While comparing Melanite and Glass 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 Melanite and Glass chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Melanite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Melanite and Glass Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Melanite and Glass Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Melanite and Glass Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Melanite is 2.39-4.00 whereas that of Glass is 2.39-4.00.