Sonolite and Willemite Physical Properties

Sonolite and Willemite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sonolite and Willemite 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 Sonolite and Willemite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sonolite- Mn2+9(SiO 4) 4(OH,F) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Willemite- Zn 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sonolite and Willemite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sonolite and Willemite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sonolite and Willemite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sonolite is 3.89-4.18 whereas that of Willemite is 3.89-4.18.