Charoite and Rosasite Physical Properties

Charoite and Rosasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Charoite and Rosasite 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 Charoite and Rosasite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Charoite- K(Ca,Na) 2Si 4O 10(OH,F) · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Charoite and Rosasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Charoite and Rosasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Charoite and Rosasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Charoite is 4-4.2 whereas that of Rosasite is 4-4.2.