Sphene and Bastnasite Physical Properties

Sphene and Bastnasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphene 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 Sphene and Bastnasite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sphene- CaTiSiO5
• Chemical formula of Bastnasite- (Ce,La)(CO 3)FMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sphene and Bastnasite Specific Gravity

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