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Marble and Gypsum Physical Properties


Gypsum and Marble Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Flexible   

Solubility
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Soluble   

Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.20-2.40   

Fracture
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Conchoidal, Splintery, Fibrous, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
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Perfect on {010}, distinct on {100}   

Mohs Hardness
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2   

Chemical Composition
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CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Marble and Gypsum Chemical Formula

While comparing Marble and Gypsum 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 Marble and Gypsum chemical formula.

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Marble and Gypsum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marble and Gypsum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marble and Gypsum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marble is 2.20-2.40 whereas that of Gypsum is 2.20-2.40.

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