Thulite and Alabaster Physical Properties

Thulite and Alabaster Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Alabaster 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 Thulite and Alabaster chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)
• Chemical formula of Alabaster- CaSO 4 · 2H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Thulite and Alabaster Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Alabaster Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Alabaster Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 2.30 whereas that of Alabaster is 2.30.