Bronzite and Mellite Physical Properties

Bronzite and Mellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bronzite and Mellite 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 Bronzite and Mellite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Bronzite- (Mg,Fe) 2Si 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Mellite- Al 2(Cl 2O 12) · 18H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Bronzite and Mellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bronzite and Mellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bronzite and Mellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bronzite is 1.58-1.60 whereas that of Mellite is 1.58-1.60.