Alunite and Citrine Physical Properties

Alunite and Citrine Chemical Formula

While comparing Alunite and Citrine 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 Alunite and Citrine chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Alunite- KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6
• Chemical formula of Citrine- SiO₂

Alunite and Citrine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alunite and Citrine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alunite and Citrine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alunite is 2.65 whereas that of Citrine is 2.65.