Fluorite and Sphene Physical Properties

Fluorite and Sphene Chemical Formula

While comparing Fluorite and Sphene 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 Fluorite and Sphene chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Fluorite- CaF₂
• Chemical formula of Sphene- CaTiSiO5

Fluorite and Sphene Specific Gravity

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