Padparadscha and Catapleiite Physical Properties

Padparadscha and Catapleiite Chemical Formula

While comparing Padparadscha and Catapleiite 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 Padparadscha and Catapleiite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Padparadscha- Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Padparadscha and Catapleiite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Padparadscha and Catapleiite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Padparadscha and Catapleiite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Padparadscha is 2.72 whereas that of Catapleiite is 2.72.