Sphalerite and Bertrandite Physical Properties

Sphalerite and Bertrandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphalerite and Bertrandite 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 Bertrandite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Bertrandite- Be 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Sphalerite and Bertrandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sphalerite and Bertrandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sphalerite and Bertrandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sphalerite is 2.59-2.60 whereas that of Bertrandite is 2.59-2.60.