Sanidine and Hematite Physical Properties

Sanidine and Hematite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sanidine and Hematite 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 Sanidine and Hematite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sanidine- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Hematite- Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Sanidine and Hematite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sanidine and Hematite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sanidine and Hematite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sanidine is 5.00-5.30 whereas that of Hematite is 5.00-5.30.