Bytownite and Sugilite Physical Properties

Bytownite and Sugilite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bytownite and Sugilite 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 Bytownite and Sugilite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Bytownite- Ca(70-90%)Na(30-10%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Sugilite- KNa 2(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ,Al) 2Li 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Bytownite and Sugilite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bytownite and Sugilite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bytownite and Sugilite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bytownite is 2.69-2.79 whereas that of Sugilite is 2.69-2.79.