Benitoite and Fayalite Physical Properties

Benitoite and Fayalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Benitoite and Fayalite 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 Benitoite and Fayalite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Benitoite- BaTiSi 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Fayalite- Fe 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Benitoite and Fayalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Benitoite and Fayalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Benitoite and Fayalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Benitoite is 4.392 whereas that of Fayalite is 4.392.