Allanite and Austinite Physical Properties

Allanite and Austinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Allanite and Austinite 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 Austinite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Allanite- Ca(Ce,La,Y,Ca)Al2(Fe,Al)Si3O12(OH)
• Chemical formula of Austinite- CaZn(AsO4)(OH)

Allanite and Austinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Allanite and Austinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Allanite and Austinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Allanite is 4.12 whereas that of Austinite is 4.12.