Bastnasite and Richterite Physical Properties

Bastnasite and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bastnasite and Richterite 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 Richterite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Bastnasite- (Ce,La)(CO 3)FMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Bastnasite and Richterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bastnasite and Richterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bastnasite and Richterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bastnasite is 3.0-3.5 whereas that of Richterite is 3.0-3.5.