Fuchsite and Binghamite Physical Properties

Fuchsite and Binghamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Fuchsite and Binghamite 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 Fuchsite and Binghamite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Fuchsite- K(Al,Cr) 3Si 3O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Binghamite- SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Fuchsite and Binghamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Fuchsite and Binghamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Fuchsite and Binghamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Fuchsite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Binghamite is 2.55-2.70.