Gypsum and Anyolite Physical Properties

Gypsum and Anyolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gypsum and Anyolite 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 Gypsum and Anyolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Gypsum- CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Gypsum and Anyolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Gypsum and Anyolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Gypsum and Anyolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Gypsum is 3.20-3.50 whereas that of Anyolite is 3.20-3.50.