Starlite and Viridine Physical Properties

Starlite and Viridine Chemical Formula

While comparing Starlite and Viridine 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 Viridine chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Starlite- ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Viridine- (Al,Mn3+ ) 2SiO 4OGemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Starlite and Viridine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Starlite and Viridine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Starlite and Viridine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Starlite is 3.05-3.21 whereas that of Viridine is 3.05-3.21.