Bastnsite and Afghanite Physical Properties

Bastnsite and Afghanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bastnsite and Afghanite 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 Bastnsite and Afghanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Bastnsite- CeFCO3
• Chemical formula of Afghanite- (Na,Ca,K) 8(Si,Al) 12O 24(SO 4,Cl,CO 3) 3(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Bastnsite and Afghanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bastnsite and Afghanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bastnsite and Afghanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bastnsite is 2.55-2.65 whereas that of Afghanite is 2.55-2.65.