Bastnsite and Gaspeite Physical Properties

Bastnsite and Gaspeite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bastnsite and Gaspeite 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 Gaspeite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Bastnsite- CeFCO3
• Chemical formula of Gaspeite- (Ni,Mg,Fe++)CO3

Bastnsite and Gaspeite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bastnsite and Gaspeite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bastnsite and Gaspeite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bastnsite is 3.71 whereas that of Gaspeite is 3.71.