Benitoite and Hessonite Physical Properties

Benitoite and Hessonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Benitoite and Hessonite 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 Hessonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Benitoite- BaTiSi 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Hessonite- Ca3Al2(SiO4)3

Benitoite and Hessonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Benitoite and Hessonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Benitoite and Hessonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Benitoite is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Hessonite is 3.55-3.73.