Thulite and Ceylonite Physical Properties

Thulite and Ceylonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Ceylonite 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 Ceylonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)
• Chemical formula of Ceylonite- (Mg,Fe2+ )Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references

Thulite and Ceylonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Ceylonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Ceylonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 3.63-3.9 whereas that of Ceylonite is 3.63-3.9.