Vesuvianite and Lepidocrocite Physical Properties

Vesuvianite and Lepidocrocite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vesuvianite and Lepidocrocite 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 Lepidocrocite chemical formula.

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

Vesuvianite and Lepidocrocite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vesuvianite and Lepidocrocite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vesuvianite and Lepidocrocite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vesuvianite is 4 whereas that of Lepidocrocite is 4.