Zultanite and Mellite Physical Properties

Zultanite and Mellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zultanite and Mellite 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 Zultanite and Mellite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Zultanite- -
• Chemical formula of Mellite- Al 2(Cl 2O 12) · 18H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Zultanite and Mellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zultanite and Mellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zultanite and Mellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zultanite is 1.58-1.60 whereas that of Mellite is 1.58-1.60.