Sugilite and Weloganite Physical Properties

Sugilite and Weloganite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sugilite and Weloganite 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 Sugilite and Weloganite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sugilite- KNa 2(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ,Al) 2Li 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Sugilite and Weloganite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sugilite and Weloganite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sugilite and Weloganite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sugilite is 3.20-3.22 whereas that of Weloganite is 3.20-3.22.