Trinitite and Libyan Desert Glass Physical Properties

Trinitite and Libyan Desert Glass Chemical Formula

While comparing Trinitite and Libyan Desert Glass 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 Libyan Desert Glass chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Trinitite- SiO2, Al2O3, CaO, MgO, FeO
• Chemical formula of Libyan Desert Glass- SiO2

Trinitite and Libyan Desert Glass Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Trinitite and Libyan Desert Glass Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Trinitite and Libyan Desert Glass Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Trinitite is 2 whereas that of Libyan Desert Glass is 2.