Bustamite and Polyhalite Physical Properties

Bustamite and Polyhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bustamite and Polyhalite 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 Bustamite and Polyhalite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Bustamite- (Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Polyhalite- K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4·2H2O

Bustamite and Polyhalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bustamite and Polyhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bustamite and Polyhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bustamite is 2.78 whereas that of Polyhalite is 2.78.