Povondraite and Ceylonite Physical Properties

Povondraite and Ceylonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Povondraite and Ceylonite 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 Povondraite and Ceylonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Povondraite- NaFe3+3Fe3+6(BO 3) 3Si 6O 18(O,OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Ceylonite- (Mg,Fe2+ )Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references

Povondraite and Ceylonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Povondraite and Ceylonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Povondraite and Ceylonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Povondraite is 3.63-3.9 whereas that of Ceylonite is 3.63-3.9.