Grossular and Richterite Physical Properties

Grossular and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular and Richterite 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 Grossular and Richterite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Grossular- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Richterite- Na(CaNa)(Mg,Fe++)5(Si8O22)(OH)2

Grossular and Richterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Grossular and Richterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Grossular and Richterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Grossular is 3.0-3.5 whereas that of Richterite is 3.0-3.5.