Papagoite and Sylvite Physical Properties

Papagoite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Papagoite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Sylvite- KCl

Papagoite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Papagoite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Papagoite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Papagoite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.