Beryl and Selenite Physical Properties

Beryl and Selenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Beryl and Selenite 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 Beryl and Selenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Beryl- Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈
• Chemical formula of Selenite- CaSO4·2H2O

Beryl and Selenite Specific Gravity

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