Anhydrite and Ammolite Physical Properties

Anhydrite and Ammolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anhydrite and Ammolite 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 Anhydrite and Ammolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Anhydrite- CaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Ammolite- CaCO3

Anhydrite and Ammolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anhydrite and Ammolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anhydrite and Ammolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anhydrite is 2.75-2.80 whereas that of Ammolite is 2.75-2.80.