Padparadscha and Holmquistite Physical Properties

Padparadscha and Holmquistite Chemical Formula

While comparing Padparadscha and Holmquistite 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 Padparadscha and Holmquistite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Padparadscha- Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Holmquistite- Li 2[(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2]Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Padparadscha and Holmquistite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Padparadscha and Holmquistite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Padparadscha and Holmquistite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Padparadscha is 2.95-3.13 whereas that of Holmquistite is 2.95-3.13.