Shungite and Liddicoatite Physical Properties

Shungite and Liddicoatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shungite and Liddicoatite 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 Shungite and Liddicoatite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Shungite- C
• Chemical formula of Liddicoatite- Ca(Li 2Al)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Shungite and Liddicoatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shungite and Liddicoatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shungite and Liddicoatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shungite is 3.02 whereas that of Liddicoatite is 3.02.