Adularia and Chiastolite Physical Properties

Adularia and Chiastolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Adularia and Chiastolite 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 Adularia and Chiastolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Adularia- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Adularia and Chiastolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Adularia and Chiastolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Adularia and Chiastolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Adularia is 3.00-3.15 whereas that of Chiastolite is 3.00-3.15.