Sanidine and Hiddenite Physical Properties

Sanidine and Hiddenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sanidine and Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sanidine- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi₂O₆

Sanidine and Hiddenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sanidine and Hiddenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sanidine and Hiddenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sanidine is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Hiddenite is 3.15-3.21.