Trinitite and Polyhalite Physical Properties

Trinitite and Polyhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Trinitite and Polyhalite 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 Trinitite and Polyhalite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Trinitite- SiO2, Al2O3, CaO, MgO, FeO
• Chemical formula of Polyhalite- K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4·2H2O

Trinitite and Polyhalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Trinitite and Polyhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Trinitite and Polyhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Trinitite is 2.78 whereas that of Polyhalite is 2.78.