Alabaster and Apache Tear Physical Properties

Alabaster

Apache Tear

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.30

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1.5 Fracture

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Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

CaSO 4 · 2H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

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Alabaster and Apache Tear Chemical Formula

While comparing Alabaster and Apache Tear 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 Alabaster and Apache Tear chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Alabaster- CaSO 4 · 2H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

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Alabaster and Apache Tear Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alabaster and Apache Tear Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alabaster and Apache Tear Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alabaster is Not Available whereas that of Apache Tear is Not Available.