Ametrine and Chlorastrolite Physical Properties

Ametrine and Chlorastrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ametrine and Chlorastrolite 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 Ametrine and Chlorastrolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Ametrine- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Chlorastrolite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe)Al 2(SiO 4)(Si 2O 7)(OH) 2 · H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Ametrine and Chlorastrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ametrine and Chlorastrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ametrine and Chlorastrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ametrine is 3.1-3.5 whereas that of Chlorastrolite is 3.1-3.5.