Narsarsukite and Herderite Physical Properties

Narsarsukite and Herderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Narsarsukite and Herderite 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 Narsarsukite and Herderite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Narsarsukite- Na 2(Ti,Fe)Si 4(O,F) 11Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Herderite- CaBePO 4(F,OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Narsarsukite and Herderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Narsarsukite and Herderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Narsarsukite and Herderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Narsarsukite is 2.90-3.02 whereas that of Herderite is 2.90-3.02.