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Papagoite and Gypsum Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Flexible
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.25
2.20-2.40
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Splintery, Fibrous, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect in one direction
Perfect on {010}, distinct on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Papagoite and Gypsum Chemical Formula

While comparing Papagoite 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 Papagoite and Gypsum chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Gypsum- CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Papagoite and Gypsum Specific Gravity

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