Radiolarite and Erythrite Physical Properties

Radiolarite and Erythrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Radiolarite and Erythrite 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 Erythrite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Radiolarite- SiO2
• Chemical formula of Erythrite- Co3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)

Radiolarite and Erythrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Radiolarite and Erythrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Radiolarite and Erythrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Radiolarite is 3.06 whereas that of Erythrite is 3.06.