Richterite and Chiastolite Physical Properties

Richterite and Chiastolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite and Chiastolite 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 Chiastolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Richterite- Na(CaNa)(Mg,Fe++)5(Si8O22)(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Richterite and Chiastolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Richterite and Chiastolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Richterite and Chiastolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Richterite is 3.00-3.15 whereas that of Chiastolite is 3.00-3.15.