Pleonaste and Richterite Physical Properties

Pleonaste and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pleonaste 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 Pleonaste and Richterite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Pleonaste- (Mg,Fe)Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Pleonaste and Richterite Specific Gravity

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