Richterite and Gahnite Physical Properties

Richterite and Gahnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite and Gahnite 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 Gahnite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Richterite- Na(CaNa)(Mg,Fe++)5(Si8O22)(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Gahnite- ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Richterite and Gahnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Richterite and Gahnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Richterite and Gahnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Richterite is 4.00-4.62 whereas that of Gahnite is 4.00-4.62.