Musgravite and Gypsum Physical Properties

Musgravite and Gypsum Chemical Formula

While comparing Musgravite 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 Musgravite and Gypsum chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Musgravite- (Mg,Fe,Zn)Al 6BeO 12Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Gypsum- CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Musgravite and Gypsum Specific Gravity

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