Ettringite and Heliodor Physical Properties

Ettringite and Heliodor Chemical Formula

While comparing Ettringite and Heliodor 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 Heliodor 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 Heliodor- Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈

Ettringite and Heliodor Specific Gravity

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