Radiolarite and Lepidocrocite Physical Properties

Radiolarite and Lepidocrocite Chemical Formula

While comparing Radiolarite and Lepidocrocite 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 Lepidocrocite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Radiolarite- SiO2
• Chemical formula of Lepidocrocite- FeO(OH)

Radiolarite and Lepidocrocite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Radiolarite and Lepidocrocite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Radiolarite and Lepidocrocite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Radiolarite is 4 whereas that of Lepidocrocite is 4.