Alabaster and Flint Physical Properties

Alabaster and Flint Chemical Formula

While comparing Alabaster and Flint 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 Flint chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Alabaster- CaSO 4 · 2H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
• Chemical formula of Flint- SiO2

Alabaster and Flint Specific Gravity

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