Papagoite and Taaffeite Physical Properties

Papagoite and Taaffeite Chemical Formula

While comparing Papagoite and Taaffeite 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 Taaffeite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Taaffeite- Mg 3Al 8BeO 16Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Papagoite and Taaffeite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Papagoite and Taaffeite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Papagoite and Taaffeite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Papagoite is 3.60-3.61 whereas that of Taaffeite is 3.60-3.61.