Sphene and Sylvite Physical Properties

Sphene and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphene and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sphene- CaTiSiO5
• Chemical formula of Sylvite- KCl

Sphene and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sphene and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sphene and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sphene is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.