Bastnsite and Smaragdite Physical Properties

Bastnsite and Smaragdite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bastnsite and Smaragdite 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 Smaragdite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Bastnsite- CeFCO3
• Chemical formula of Smaragdite- NaCa2(Al,Fe)3Si6O18(OH)4

Bastnsite and Smaragdite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bastnsite and Smaragdite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bastnsite and Smaragdite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bastnsite is 3.24-3.50 whereas that of Smaragdite is 3.24-3.50.