Abalone and Sphalerite Physical Properties

Abalone and Sphalerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Abalone and Sphalerite 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 Abalone and Sphalerite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Abalone- CaCO3
• Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Abalone and Sphalerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Abalone and Sphalerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Abalone and Sphalerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Abalone is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Sphalerite is 3.95-4.10.