Selenite and Carnallite Physical Properties

Selenite and Carnallite Chemical Formula

While comparing Selenite and Carnallite 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 Selenite and Carnallite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Selenite- CaSO4·2H2O
• Chemical formula of Carnallite- KMgCl3•6(H2O)

Selenite and Carnallite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Selenite and Carnallite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Selenite and Carnallite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Selenite is 1.6 whereas that of Carnallite is 1.6.