Helenite and Sylvite Physical Properties

Helenite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Helenite and Sylvite 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 Helenite and Sylvite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Helenite- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Sylvite- KCl

Helenite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Helenite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Helenite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Helenite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.