Vesuvianite and Idocrase Physical Properties

Vesuvianite and Idocrase Chemical Formula

While comparing Vesuvianite and Idocrase 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 Vesuvianite and Idocrase chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Vesuvianite- Ca10(Mg,Fe)2Al4(SiO4)5(Si2O7)2(OH)4
• Chemical formula of Idocrase- Ca10(Mg,Fe)2(Si2O7)2(SiO4)2O(OH)2

Vesuvianite and Idocrase Specific Gravity

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