Tektite and Gaylussite Physical Properties

Tektite and Gaylussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tektite and Gaylussite 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 Tektite and Gaylussite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Tektite and Gaylussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tektite and Gaylussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tektite and Gaylussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tektite is 1.93-1.99 whereas that of Gaylussite is 1.93-1.99.