Padparadscha and Pollucite Physical Properties

Padparadscha and Pollucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Padparadscha and Pollucite 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 Pollucite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Padparadscha- Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Pollucite- (Cs,Na)(AlSi 2O 6) · 0.5H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Padparadscha and Pollucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Padparadscha and Pollucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Padparadscha and Pollucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Padparadscha is 2.86-2.94 whereas that of Pollucite is 2.86-2.94.