Emerald and Sulphur Physical Properties

Emerald and Sulphur Chemical Formula

While comparing Emerald and Sulphur 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 Emerald and Sulphur chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Emerald- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
• Chemical formula of Sulphur- SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Emerald and Sulphur Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Emerald and Sulphur Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Emerald and Sulphur Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Emerald is 2.05-2.08 whereas that of Sulphur is 2.05-2.08.