Sulphur and Prase Physical Properties

Sulphur and Prase Chemical Formula

While comparing Sulphur and Prase 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 Sulphur and Prase chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sulphur- SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
• Chemical formula of Prase- SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Sulphur and Prase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sulphur and Prase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sulphur and Prase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sulphur is 2.64-2.69 whereas that of Prase is 2.64-2.69.