Blue John and Sulfur Physical Properties

Blue John and Sulfur Chemical Formula

While comparing Blue John and Sulfur 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 Blue John and Sulfur chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Blue John- CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Sulfur- S8

Blue John and Sulfur Specific Gravity

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