Mellite and Helenite Physical Properties

Mellite and Helenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mellite and Helenite 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 Mellite and Helenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Mellite- Al 2(Cl 2O 12) · 18H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Helenite- SiO₂

Mellite and Helenite Specific Gravity

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