Selenite and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties

Selenite and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Selenite and Pyrophyllite 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 Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Selenite- CaSO4·2H2O
• Chemical formula of Pyrophyllite- Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Selenite and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Selenite and Pyrophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Selenite and Pyrophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Selenite is 2.65-2.90 whereas that of Pyrophyllite is 2.65-2.90.