Hematite and Ettringite Physical Properties

Hematite and Ettringite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hematite and Ettringite 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 Hematite and Ettringite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hematite- Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Ettringite- Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Hematite and Ettringite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hematite and Ettringite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hematite and Ettringite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hematite is 1.77 whereas that of Ettringite is 1.77.