Herderite and Richterite Physical Properties

Herderite and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Herderite 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 Herderite and Richterite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Herderite- CaBePO 4(F,OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Richterite- Na(CaNa)(Mg,Fe++)5(Si8O22)(OH)2

Herderite and Richterite Specific Gravity

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