Melanite and Indicolite Physical Properties

Melanite and Indicolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Melanite and Indicolite 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 Indicolite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Melanite and Indicolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Melanite and Indicolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Melanite is Not Available whereas that of Indicolite is Not Available.