Pearl and Anhydrite Physical Properties

Pearl and Anhydrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pearl and Anhydrite 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 Pearl and Anhydrite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pearl- CaCO3
• Chemical formula of Anhydrite- CaSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Pearl and Anhydrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pearl and Anhydrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pearl and Anhydrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pearl is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Anhydrite is 2.90-2.98.