Richterite and Phlogopite Physical Properties

Richterite and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite and Phlogopite 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 Phlogopite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Richterite- Na(CaNa)(Mg,Fe++)5(Si8O22)(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Phlogopite- KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2

Richterite and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Richterite and Phlogopite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Richterite and Phlogopite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Richterite is 2.78-2.85 whereas that of Phlogopite is 2.78-2.85.