Selenite and Hureaulite Physical Properties

Selenite and Hureaulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Selenite and Hureaulite 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 Hureaulite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Hureaulite- Mn2+5(PO 4) 2(PO 3OH) 2 · 4H 2O)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Selenite and Hureaulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Selenite and Hureaulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Selenite and Hureaulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Selenite is 3.19 whereas that of Hureaulite is 3.19.