Alabaster and Orbicular jasper Physical Properties

Alabaster and Orbicular jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Alabaster and Orbicular jasper 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 Orbicular jasper chemical formula.

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

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