Bastnsite and Caledonite Physical Properties

Bastnsite and Caledonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bastnsite and Caledonite 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 Caledonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Bastnsite- CeFCO3
• Chemical formula of Caledonite- Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Bastnsite and Caledonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bastnsite and Caledonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bastnsite and Caledonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bastnsite is 5.6-5.76 whereas that of Caledonite is 5.6-5.76.