Alunite and Padparadscha Physical Properties

Alunite and Padparadscha Chemical Formula

While comparing Alunite and Padparadscha 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 Padparadscha chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Alunite- KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6
• Chemical formula of Padparadscha- Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Alunite and Padparadscha Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alunite and Padparadscha Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alunite and Padparadscha Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alunite is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Padparadscha is 3.95-4.10.