Bixbite and Vivianite Physical Properties

Bixbite and Vivianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bixbite and Vivianite 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 Vivianite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Bixbite- Be3Al2(SiO3)6
• Chemical formula of Vivianite- Fe 3(PO 4) 2 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Bixbite and Vivianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bixbite and Vivianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bixbite and Vivianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bixbite is 2.64-2.70 whereas that of Vivianite is 2.64-2.70.