Alunite and Papagoite Physical Properties

Alunite and Papagoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alunite and Papagoite 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 Papagoite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Alunite- KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6
• Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Alunite and Papagoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alunite and Papagoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alunite and Papagoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alunite is 3.25 whereas that of Papagoite is 3.25.