Ettringite and Hemimorphite Physical Properties

Ettringite and Hemimorphite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ettringite and Hemimorphite 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 Hemimorphite 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 Hemimorphite- Zn 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ettringite and Hemimorphite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ettringite and Hemimorphite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ettringite and Hemimorphite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ettringite is 3.30-3.50 whereas that of Hemimorphite is 3.30-3.50.