Anhydrite and Tektite Physical Properties

Anhydrite and Tektite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anhydrite and Tektite 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 Tektite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Anhydrite- CaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
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Anhydrite and Tektite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anhydrite and Tektite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anhydrite and Tektite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anhydrite is 2.34-2.51 whereas that of Tektite is 2.34-2.51.