Bastnsite and Chrysotile Physical Properties

Bastnsite and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Bastnsite and Chrysotile 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 Chrysotile chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Chrysotile- Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Bastnsite and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bastnsite and Chrysotile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bastnsite and Chrysotile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bastnsite is 2.51-2.63 whereas that of Chrysotile is 2.51-2.63.