Weloganite and Colemanite Physical Properties

Weloganite and Colemanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Weloganite and Colemanite 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 Weloganite and Colemanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Weloganite- Na2SrZrSi6O17(OH)3·3H2O
• Chemical formula of Colemanite- Ca 2B 6O 11 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Weloganite and Colemanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Weloganite and Colemanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Weloganite and Colemanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Weloganite is 2.40-2.42 whereas that of Colemanite is 2.40-2.42.