Vivianite and Rhodolite Physical Properties

Vivianite and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vivianite and Rhodolite 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 Vivianite and Rhodolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Vivianite- Fe 3(PO 4) 2 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

Vivianite and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Vivianite and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Vivianite and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Vivianite is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.