Ammolite and Polyhalite Physical Properties

Ammolite and Polyhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ammolite and Polyhalite 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 Ammolite and Polyhalite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Ammolite- CaCO3
• Chemical formula of Polyhalite- K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4·2H2O

Ammolite and Polyhalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ammolite and Polyhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ammolite and Polyhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ammolite is 2.78 whereas that of Polyhalite is 2.78.