Ettringite and Bowenite Physical Properties

Ettringite and Bowenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ettringite and Bowenite 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 Ettringite and Bowenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Ettringite- Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Bowenite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Ettringite and Bowenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ettringite and Bowenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ettringite and Bowenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ettringite is 2.58-2.80 whereas that of Bowenite is 2.58-2.80.