Sphalerite and Bowenite Physical Properties

Sphalerite and Bowenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite and Bowenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Bowenite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Sphalerite and Bowenite Specific Gravity

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