Benitoite and Friedelite Physical Properties

Benitoite and Friedelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Benitoite and Friedelite 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 Friedelite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Benitoite- BaTiSi 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Friedelite- Mn 8Si 6O 15(OH,Cl) 10Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Benitoite and Friedelite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Benitoite and Friedelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Benitoite and Friedelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Benitoite is 3.06-3.19 whereas that of Friedelite is 3.06-3.19.