Sphalerite and Papagoite Physical Properties

Sphalerite and Papagoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphalerite and Papagoite 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 Sphalerite and Papagoite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Sphalerite and Papagoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sphalerite and Papagoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sphalerite and Papagoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sphalerite is 3.25 whereas that of Papagoite is 3.25.