Bastnsite and Iddingsite Physical Properties

Bastnsite and Iddingsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bastnsite and Iddingsite 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 Iddingsite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Iddingsite- MgO.Fe2O3.3SiO2•4(H2O)

Bastnsite and Iddingsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bastnsite and Iddingsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bastnsite and Iddingsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bastnsite is 2.5-2.8 whereas that of Iddingsite is 2.5-2.8.