Saltwater pearl and Iolite Physical Properties

Saltwater pearl and Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Saltwater pearl and Iolite 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 Saltwater pearl and Iolite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

Saltwater pearl and Iolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Saltwater pearl and Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Saltwater pearl and Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Saltwater pearl is 2.6-2.7 whereas that of Iolite is 2.6-2.7.