Flint and Bertrandite Physical Properties

Flint and Bertrandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Flint and Bertrandite 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 Flint and Bertrandite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Flint- SiO2
• Chemical formula of Bertrandite- Be 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Flint and Bertrandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Flint and Bertrandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Flint and Bertrandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Flint is 2.59-2.60 whereas that of Bertrandite is 2.59-2.60.