Anhydrite and Tortoiseshell Physical Properties

Anhydrite and Tortoiseshell Chemical Formula

While comparing Anhydrite and Tortoiseshell 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 Tortoiseshell chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anhydrite and Tortoiseshell Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anhydrite and Tortoiseshell Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anhydrite is 1.25-1.35 whereas that of Tortoiseshell is 1.25-1.35.