Alunite and Gaspeite Physical Properties

Alunite and Gaspeite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alunite and Gaspeite 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 Gaspeite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Alunite- KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6
• Chemical formula of Gaspeite- (Ni,Mg,Fe++)CO3

Alunite and Gaspeite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alunite and Gaspeite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alunite and Gaspeite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alunite is 3.71 whereas that of Gaspeite is 3.71.