Bastnsite and Gahnospinel Physical Properties

Bastnsite and Gahnospinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Bastnsite and Gahnospinel 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 Gahnospinel chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Bastnsite- CeFCO3
• Chemical formula of Gahnospinel- (Mg,Zn)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Bastnsite and Gahnospinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bastnsite and Gahnospinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bastnsite and Gahnospinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bastnsite is 3.65-4.55 whereas that of Gahnospinel is 3.65-4.55.