Strontianite and Hurlbutite Physical Properties

Strontianite and Hurlbutite Chemical Formula

While comparing Strontianite and Hurlbutite 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 Strontianite and Hurlbutite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Strontianite- SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Strontianite and Hurlbutite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Strontianite and Hurlbutite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Strontianite and Hurlbutite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Strontianite is 2.90 whereas that of Hurlbutite is 2.90.