Sellaite and Feldspar Physical Properties

Sellaite and Feldspar Chemical Formula

While comparing Sellaite and Feldspar 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 Sellaite and Feldspar chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sellaite- MgF 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Feldspar- KAlSi3O8

Sellaite and Feldspar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sellaite and Feldspar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sellaite and Feldspar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sellaite is 2.56-2.75 whereas that of Feldspar is 2.56-2.75.