Ettringite and Cymophane Physical Properties

Ettringite and Cymophane Chemical Formula

While comparing Ettringite and Cymophane 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 Ettringite and Cymophane chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Ettringite- Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Cymophane- BeAl 2O 4Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Ettringite and Cymophane Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ettringite and Cymophane Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ettringite and Cymophane Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ettringite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Cymophane is 3.69-3.81.