Alabaster and Sulfur Physical Properties

Alabaster and Sulfur Chemical Formula

While comparing Alabaster and Sulfur 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 Sulfur chemical formula.

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

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