Gypsum and Geodes Physical Properties

Gypsum and Geodes Chemical Formula

While comparing Gypsum and Geodes 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 Geodes chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Gypsum- CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Geodes- -

Gypsum and Geodes Specific Gravity

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