Larimar and Richterite Physical Properties

Larimar and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Larimar 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 Larimar and Richterite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Larimar- Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Richterite- Na(CaNa)(Mg,Fe++)5(Si8O22)(OH)2

Larimar and Richterite Specific Gravity

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