Bixbite and Sulphur Physical Properties

Bixbite and Sulphur Chemical Formula

While comparing Bixbite and Sulphur 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 Sulphur chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Bixbite- Be3Al2(SiO3)6
• Chemical formula of Sulphur- SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Bixbite and Sulphur Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bixbite and Sulphur Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bixbite and Sulphur Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bixbite is 2.05-2.08 whereas that of Sulphur is 2.05-2.08.