Dallasite and Bytownite Physical Properties

Dallasite and Bytownite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dallasite and Bytownite 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 Dallasite and Bytownite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Bytownite- Ca(70-90%)Na(30-10%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Dallasite and Bytownite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Dallasite and Bytownite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Dallasite and Bytownite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Dallasite is 2.72-2.75 whereas that of Bytownite is 2.72-2.75.