Bastnsite and Titanite Physical Properties

Bastnsite and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bastnsite and Titanite 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 Titanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Bastnsite- CeFCO3
• Chemical formula of Titanite- CaTiSiO5

Bastnsite and Titanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bastnsite and Titanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bastnsite and Titanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bastnsite is 3.48-3.60 whereas that of Titanite is 3.48-3.60.