Radiolarite and Marialite Physical Properties

Radiolarite and Marialite Chemical Formula

While comparing Radiolarite and Marialite 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 Marialite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Radiolarite- SiO2
• Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Radiolarite and Marialite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Radiolarite and Marialite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Radiolarite and Marialite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Radiolarite is 2.50 whereas that of Marialite is 2.50.