Sphene and Phosgenite Physical Properties

Sphene and Phosgenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphene and Phosgenite 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 Phosgenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sphene- CaTiSiO5
• Chemical formula of Phosgenite- Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sphene and Phosgenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sphene and Phosgenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sphene and Phosgenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sphene is 6.13 whereas that of Phosgenite is 6.13.