Gypsum and Smithsonite Physical Properties

Gypsum and Smithsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gypsum and Smithsonite 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 Smithsonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Gypsum- CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Smithsonite- ZnCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Gypsum and Smithsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Gypsum and Smithsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Gypsum and Smithsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Gypsum is 4.00-4.65 whereas that of Smithsonite is 4.00-4.65.