Siderite and Colemanite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
3.83-3.89
2.40-2.42
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal
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Cleavage
Perfect on {01 1 1}
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.5
4.5
Chemical Composition
Fe2+ CO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ca 2B 6O 11 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Siderite and Colemanite Chemical Formula
While comparing Siderite and Colemanite 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 Siderite and Colemanite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Siderite- Fe2+ CO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Colemanite- Ca 2B 6O 11 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Siderite and Colemanite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Siderite and Colemanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Siderite and Colemanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Siderite is 2.40-2.42 whereas that of Colemanite is 2.40-2.42.