Riebeckite and Bowenite Physical Properties

Riebeckite and Bowenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite and Bowenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Riebeckite- Na2Fe2+3Fe3+2Si8O22(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Bowenite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Riebeckite and Bowenite Specific Gravity

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