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Gypsum and Jacinth Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Flexible
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Solubility

Soluble
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Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

2.20-2.40-9999
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal, Splintery, Fibrous
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Cleavage

Perfect on {010}, distinct on {100}
None

Mohs Hardness

2-9999
2 10
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Chemical Composition

CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
ZrSiO4

Gypsum and Jacinth Chemical Formula

While comparing Gypsum and Jacinth 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 Jacinth chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Gypsum- CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Jacinth- ZrSiO4

Gypsum and Jacinth Specific Gravity

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