Weloganite and Cuprite Physical Properties

Weloganite and Cuprite Chemical Formula

While comparing Weloganite and Cuprite 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 Cuprite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Weloganite- Na2SrZrSi6O17(OH)3·3H2O
• Chemical formula of Cuprite- Cu 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Weloganite and Cuprite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Weloganite and Cuprite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Weloganite and Cuprite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Weloganite is 5.85-6.15 whereas that of Cuprite is 5.85-6.15.