Richterite and Albite Physical Properties

Richterite and Albite Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite and Albite 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 Richterite and Albite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Richterite- Na(CaNa)(Mg,Fe++)5(Si8O22)(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Richterite and Albite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Richterite and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Richterite and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Richterite is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.