Trinitite and Richterite Physical Properties

Trinitite and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Trinitite and Richterite 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 Richterite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Trinitite- SiO2, Al2O3, CaO, MgO, FeO
• Chemical formula of Richterite- Na(CaNa)(Mg,Fe++)5(Si8O22)(OH)2

Trinitite and Richterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Trinitite and Richterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Trinitite and Richterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Trinitite is 3.0-3.5 whereas that of Richterite is 3.0-3.5.