Lazulite and Richterite Physical Properties

Lazulite and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lazulite 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 Lazulite and Richterite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Lazulite- (Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references
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Lazulite and Richterite Specific Gravity

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