Padparadscha and Herderite Physical Properties

Padparadscha and Herderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Padparadscha 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 Padparadscha and Herderite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Padparadscha- Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Herderite- CaBePO 4(F,OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Padparadscha and Herderite Specific Gravity

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