Agrellite and Montebrasite Physical Properties

Agrellite and Montebrasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Agrellite and Montebrasite 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 Agrellite and Montebrasite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Agrellite- NaCa2Si4O10F
• Chemical formula of Montebrasite- LiAl(PO 4)(OH,F)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Agrellite and Montebrasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Agrellite and Montebrasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Agrellite and Montebrasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Agrellite is 2.98-3.10 whereas that of Montebrasite is 2.98-3.10.