Phosgenite and Richterite Physical Properties

Phosgenite and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosgenite 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 Phosgenite and Richterite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Phosgenite- Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Richterite- Na(CaNa)(Mg,Fe++)5(Si8O22)(OH)2

Phosgenite and Richterite Specific Gravity

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