Shortite and Sylvite Physical Properties

Shortite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shortite and Sylvite 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 Shortite and Sylvite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Shortite- Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Sylvite- KCl

Shortite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Shortite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Shortite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Shortite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.