Radiolarite and Willemite Physical Properties

Radiolarite and Willemite Chemical Formula

While comparing Radiolarite and Willemite 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 Willemite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Radiolarite- SiO2
• Chemical formula of Willemite- Zn 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Radiolarite and Willemite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Radiolarite and Willemite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Radiolarite and Willemite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Radiolarite is 3.89-4.18 whereas that of Willemite is 3.89-4.18.