Richterite and Sylvite Physical Properties

Richterite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Richterite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Richterite- Na(CaNa)(Mg,Fe++)5(Si8O22)(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Sylvite- KCl

Richterite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Richterite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Richterite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Richterite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.