Vivianite and Gaylussite Physical Properties

Vivianite and Gaylussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vivianite 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 Vivianite and Gaylussite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Vivianite- Fe 3(PO 4) 2 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Vivianite and Gaylussite Specific Gravity

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