Vanadinite and Richterite Physical Properties

Vanadinite and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite and Richterite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Vanadinite- C20H36
• Chemical formula of Richterite- Na(CaNa)(Mg,Fe++)5(Si8O22)(OH)2

Vanadinite and Richterite Specific Gravity

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