Fayalite and Radiolarite Physical Properties

Fayalite and Radiolarite Chemical Formula

While comparing Fayalite and Radiolarite 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 Fayalite and Radiolarite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Fayalite- Fe 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Radiolarite- SiO2

Fayalite and Radiolarite Specific Gravity

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