Selenite and Cymophane Physical Properties

Selenite and Cymophane Chemical Formula

While comparing Selenite and Cymophane 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 Cymophane chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Selenite- CaSO4·2H2O
• Chemical formula of Cymophane- BeAl 2O 4Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Selenite and Cymophane Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Selenite and Cymophane Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Selenite and Cymophane Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Selenite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Cymophane is 3.69-3.81.