Pleonast and Biotite Physical Properties

Pleonast and Biotite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pleonast and Biotite 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 Pleonast and Biotite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pleonast- MgAl2O4
• Chemical formula of Biotite- K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2

Pleonast and Biotite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pleonast and Biotite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pleonast and Biotite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pleonast is 2.7-3.3 whereas that of Biotite is 2.7-3.3.