Gypsum and Parisite Physical Properties

Gypsum and Parisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gypsum and Parisite 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 Parisite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Gypsum- CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Parisite- Ca(Nd,Ce,La) 2(CO 3) 3F 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Gypsum and Parisite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Gypsum and Parisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Gypsum and Parisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Gypsum is 4.33-4.42 whereas that of Parisite is 4.33-4.42.