Radiolarite and Chiastolite Physical Properties

Radiolarite and Chiastolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Radiolarite and Chiastolite 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 Radiolarite and Chiastolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Radiolarite- SiO2
• Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Radiolarite and Chiastolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Radiolarite and Chiastolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Radiolarite and Chiastolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Radiolarite is 3.00-3.15 whereas that of Chiastolite is 3.00-3.15.