Serendibite and Magnesite Physical Properties

Serendibite and Magnesite Chemical Formula

While comparing Serendibite and Magnesite 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 Serendibite and Magnesite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Serendibite- Ca 2(Mg,Al) 6(Si,Al,B) 6O 20Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Magnesite- MgCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Serendibite and Magnesite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Serendibite and Magnesite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Serendibite and Magnesite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Serendibite is 2.92-3.12 whereas that of Magnesite is 2.92-3.12.