Sulphur and Sphalerite Physical Properties

Sulphur

Sphalerite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.05-2.083.95-4.10

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

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{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available3.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

(Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sulphur and Sphalerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sulphur and Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sulphur- SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Sulphur and Sphalerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sulphur and Sphalerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sulphur and Sphalerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sulphur is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Sphalerite is 3.95-4.10.