Viridine and Siderite Physical Properties

Viridine and Siderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Viridine and Siderite 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 Viridine and Siderite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Viridine- (Al,Mn3+ ) 2SiO 4OGemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Siderite- Fe2+ CO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Viridine and Siderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Viridine and Siderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Viridine and Siderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Viridine is 3.83-3.89 whereas that of Siderite is 3.83-3.89.