Arfvedsonite and Bastnsite Physical Properties

Arfvedsonite and Bastnsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Arfvedsonite and Bastnsite 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 Arfvedsonite and Bastnsite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Arfvedsonite- NaNa2(Fe++4Fe+++)Si8O22(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Bastnsite- CeFCO3

Arfvedsonite and Bastnsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Arfvedsonite and Bastnsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Arfvedsonite and Bastnsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Arfvedsonite is 4.78-5.20 whereas that of Bastnsite is 4.78-5.20.