Idocrase and Alabaster Physical Properties

Idocrase and Alabaster Chemical Formula

While comparing Idocrase and Alabaster 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 Idocrase and Alabaster chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Idocrase- Ca10(Mg,Fe)2(Si2O7)2(SiO4)2O(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Alabaster- CaSO 4 · 2H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Idocrase and Alabaster Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Idocrase and Alabaster Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Idocrase and Alabaster Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Idocrase is 2.30 whereas that of Alabaster is 2.30.