Bastnsite and Uvarovite Garnet Physical Properties

Bastnsite and Uvarovite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Bastnsite and Uvarovite Garnet 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 Uvarovite Garnet chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Bastnsite- CeFCO3
• Chemical formula of Uvarovite Garnet- Ca₃Cr₂Si₃O₁₂

Bastnsite and Uvarovite Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bastnsite and Uvarovite Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bastnsite and Uvarovite Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bastnsite is 3.7-3.8 whereas that of Uvarovite Garnet is 3.7-3.8.