Villiaumite and Brucite Physical Properties

Villiaumite and Brucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Villiaumite and Brucite 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 Villiaumite and Brucite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Villiaumite- NaFUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Villiaumite and Brucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Villiaumite and Brucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Villiaumite and Brucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Villiaumite is 2.39 whereas that of Brucite is 2.39.