Tortoiseshell and Gypsum Physical Properties

Tortoiseshell and Gypsum Chemical Formula

While comparing Tortoiseshell and Gypsum 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 Tortoiseshell and Gypsum chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Gypsum- CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Tortoiseshell and Gypsum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tortoiseshell and Gypsum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tortoiseshell and Gypsum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tortoiseshell is 2.20-2.40 whereas that of Gypsum is 2.20-2.40.