Shigaite and Gaspeite Physical Properties

Shigaite and Gaspeite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shigaite and Gaspeite 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 Shigaite and Gaspeite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Gaspeite- (Ni,Mg,Fe++)CO3

Shigaite and Gaspeite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shigaite and Gaspeite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shigaite and Gaspeite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shigaite is 3.71 whereas that of Gaspeite is 3.71.