Scolecite and Bastnasite Physical Properties

Scolecite and Bastnasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scolecite and Bastnasite 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 Scolecite and Bastnasite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Scolecite- CaAl 2Si 3O 10 · 3H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Bastnasite- (Ce,La)(CO 3)FMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scolecite and Bastnasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scolecite and Bastnasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scolecite and Bastnasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scolecite is 4.95-5.0 whereas that of Bastnasite is 4.95-5.0.