Bixbite and Diamond Physical Properties

Bixbite and Diamond Chemical Formula

While comparing Bixbite and Diamond 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 Bixbite and Diamond chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Bixbite- Be3Al2(SiO3)6
• Chemical formula of Diamond- C

Bixbite and Diamond Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bixbite and Diamond Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bixbite and Diamond Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bixbite is 3.50-3.53 whereas that of Diamond is 3.50-3.53.