Sellaite and Xonotlite Physical Properties

Sellaite and Xonotlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sellaite and Xonotlite 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 Xonotlite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sellaite- MgF 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Xonotlite- Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Sellaite and Xonotlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sellaite and Xonotlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sellaite and Xonotlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sellaite is 2.71-2.72 whereas that of Xonotlite is 2.71-2.72.