Mellite and Xonotlite Physical Properties

Mellite and Xonotlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mellite and Xonotlite 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 Mellite and Xonotlite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Mellite- Al 2(Cl 2O 12) · 18H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Xonotlite- Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Mellite and Xonotlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Mellite and Xonotlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Mellite and Xonotlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Mellite is 2.71-2.72 whereas that of Xonotlite is 2.71-2.72.