Polyhalite and Gypsum Physical Properties

Polyhalite and Gypsum Chemical Formula

While comparing Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite and Gypsum chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Polyhalite- K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4·2H2O
• Chemical formula of Gypsum- CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Polyhalite and Gypsum Specific Gravity

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