Glass and Bort Physical Properties

Glass and Bort Chemical Formula

While comparing Glass and Bort 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 Glass and Bort chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Glass- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Bort- C

Glass and Bort Specific Gravity

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