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Agalmatolite and Gypsum Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Flexible
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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2.20-2.40
1.5 Fracture
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Conchoidal, Splintery, Fibrous, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {010}, distinct on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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1.8 Chemical Composition
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CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Agalmatolite and Gypsum Chemical Formula

While comparing Agalmatolite and Gypsum 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 Agalmatolite and Gypsum chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Gypsum- CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Agalmatolite and Gypsum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Agalmatolite and Gypsum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Agalmatolite and Gypsum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Agalmatolite is 2.20-2.40 whereas that of Gypsum is 2.20-2.40.

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