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Prase and Gypsum Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Flexible
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.64-2.69
2.20-2.40
1.5 Fracture
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Conchoidal, Splintery, Fibrous, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {010}, distinct on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
2
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Prase and Gypsum Chemical Formula

While comparing Prase 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 Prase and Gypsum chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Prase- SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Gypsum- CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Prase and Gypsum Specific Gravity

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