Papagoite and Charoite Physical Properties

Papagoite and Charoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Papagoite and Charoite 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 Papagoite and Charoite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Charoite- K(Ca,Na) 2Si 4O 10(OH,F) · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Papagoite and Charoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Papagoite and Charoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Papagoite and Charoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Papagoite is 2.54-2.78 whereas that of Charoite is 2.54-2.78.