Jacinth and Richterite Physical Properties

Jacinth and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jacinth 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 Jacinth and Richterite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Jacinth- ZrSiO4
• Chemical formula of Richterite- Na(CaNa)(Mg,Fe++)5(Si8O22)(OH)2

Jacinth and Richterite Specific Gravity

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