Beudantite and Poudretteite Physical Properties

Beudantite and Poudretteite Chemical Formula

While comparing Beudantite and Poudretteite 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 Beudantite and Poudretteite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Beudantite- PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6
• Chemical formula of Poudretteite- KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Beudantite and Poudretteite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Beudantite and Poudretteite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Beudantite and Poudretteite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Beudantite is 2.51-2.53 whereas that of Poudretteite is 2.51-2.53.