Alabaster and Dumortierite quartz Physical Properties

Alabaster and Dumortierite quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Alabaster and Dumortierite quartz 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 Dumortierite quartz chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Alabaster- CaSO 4 · 2H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
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Alabaster and Dumortierite quartz Specific Gravity

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