Thulite and Inderite Physical Properties

Thulite and Inderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Inderite 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 Thulite and Inderite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)
• Chemical formula of Inderite- MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Thulite and Inderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Inderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Inderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 1.79 whereas that of Inderite is 1.79.