Sphene and Sphalerite Physical Properties

Sphene and Sphalerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphene and Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sphene- CaTiSiO5
• Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sphene and Sphalerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sphene and Sphalerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sphene and Sphalerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sphene is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Sphalerite is 3.95-4.10.