Starlite and Simpsonite Physical Properties

Starlite and Simpsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Starlite and Simpsonite 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 Starlite and Simpsonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Starlite- ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Simpsonite- Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Starlite and Simpsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Starlite and Simpsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Starlite and Simpsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Starlite is Not Available whereas that of Simpsonite is Not Available.