Sphalerite and Bastnasite Physical Properties

Sphalerite and Bastnasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite and Bastnasite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Bastnasite- (Ce,La)(CO 3)FMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sphalerite and Bastnasite Specific Gravity

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