Brucite and Ettringite Physical Properties

Brucite and Ettringite Chemical Formula

While comparing Brucite and Ettringite 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 Brucite and Ettringite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Ettringite- Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Brucite and Ettringite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Brucite and Ettringite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Brucite and Ettringite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Brucite is 1.77 whereas that of Ettringite is 1.77.