Allanite and Arfvedsonite Physical Properties

Allanite and Arfvedsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Allanite and Arfvedsonite 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 Allanite and Arfvedsonite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Arfvedsonite- NaNa2(Fe++4Fe+++)Si8O22(OH)2

Allanite and Arfvedsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Allanite and Arfvedsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Allanite and Arfvedsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Allanite is 3.3-3.5 whereas that of Arfvedsonite is 3.3-3.5.