Marialite and Selenite Physical Properties

Marialite and Selenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Marialite and Selenite 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 Marialite and Selenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Selenite- CaSO4·2H2O

Marialite and Selenite Specific Gravity

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