Sphalerite and Viridine Physical Properties

Sphalerite and Viridine Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphalerite and Viridine 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 Sphalerite and Viridine chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Viridine- (Al,Mn3+ ) 2SiO 4OGemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Sphalerite and Viridine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sphalerite and Viridine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sphalerite and Viridine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sphalerite is 3.05-3.21 whereas that of Viridine is 3.05-3.21.