Trinitite and Bustamite Physical Properties

Trinitite and Bustamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Trinitite and Bustamite 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 Trinitite and Bustamite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Trinitite- SiO2, Al2O3, CaO, MgO, FeO
• Chemical formula of Bustamite- (Ca,Mn2+ )Si 3O 9Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Trinitite and Bustamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Trinitite and Bustamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Trinitite and Bustamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Trinitite is 3.32-3.43 whereas that of Bustamite is 3.32-3.43.