Eosphorite and Bytownite Physical Properties

Eosphorite and Bytownite Chemical Formula

While comparing Eosphorite 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 Eosphorite and Bytownite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Eosphorite- Mn2+ Al(PO 4)(OH) 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Bytownite- Ca(70-90%)Na(30-10%)(Al,Si)AlSi 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Eosphorite and Bytownite Specific Gravity

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