Trinitite and Astrophyllite Physical Properties

Trinitite and Astrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Trinitite and Astrophyllite 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 Trinitite and Astrophyllite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Trinitite- SiO2, Al2O3, CaO, MgO, FeO
• Chemical formula of Astrophyllite- (K,Na) 3(Fe2+ ,Mn) 7Ti 2Si 8O 24(O,OH) 7Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Trinitite and Astrophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Trinitite and Astrophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Trinitite and Astrophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Trinitite is 3.2-3.4 whereas that of Astrophyllite is 3.2-3.4.