Ettringite and Holmquistite Physical Properties

Ettringite and Holmquistite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ettringite and Holmquistite 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 Holmquistite 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 Holmquistite- Li 2[(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2]Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Ettringite and Holmquistite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ettringite and Holmquistite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ettringite and Holmquistite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ettringite is 2.95-3.13 whereas that of Holmquistite is 2.95-3.13.