Plasma and Colemanite Physical Properties

Plasma and Colemanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Plasma and Colemanite 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 Plasma and Colemanite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Colemanite- Ca 2B 6O 11 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Plasma and Colemanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Plasma and Colemanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Plasma and Colemanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Plasma is 2.40-2.42 whereas that of Colemanite is 2.40-2.42.