Beudantite and Smaragdite Physical Properties

Beudantite and Smaragdite Chemical Formula

While comparing Beudantite and Smaragdite 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 Smaragdite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Beudantite- PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6
• Chemical formula of Smaragdite- NaCa2(Al,Fe)3Si6O18(OH)4

Beudantite and Smaragdite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Beudantite and Smaragdite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Beudantite and Smaragdite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Beudantite is 3.24-3.50 whereas that of Smaragdite is 3.24-3.50.