Bastnasite and Dravite Physical Properties

Bastnasite and Dravite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bastnasite and Dravite 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 Bastnasite and Dravite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Bastnasite- (Ce,La)(CO 3)FMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Dravite- Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Bastnasite and Dravite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bastnasite and Dravite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bastnasite and Dravite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bastnasite is 3.03-3.18 whereas that of Dravite is 3.03-3.18.