Richterite and Datolite Physical Properties

Richterite and Datolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite and Datolite 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 Datolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Richterite- Na(CaNa)(Mg,Fe++)5(Si8O22)(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Datolite- CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Richterite and Datolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Richterite and Datolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Richterite and Datolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Richterite is 2.90-3.00 whereas that of Datolite is 2.90-3.00.