Citrine and Bort Physical Properties

Citrine and Bort Chemical Formula

While comparing Citrine and Bort 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 Citrine and Bort chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Citrine- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Bort- C

Citrine and Bort Specific Gravity

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