Stolzite and Serandite Physical Properties

Stolzite and Serandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Stolzite and Serandite 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 Stolzite and Serandite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Stolzite- PbWO4
• Chemical formula of Serandite- Na(Mn2+ ,Ca) 2Si 3O 8(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Stolzite and Serandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Stolzite and Serandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Stolzite and Serandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Stolzite is 3.52 whereas that of Serandite is 3.52.