Ammolite and Chlorastrolite Physical Properties

Ammolite and Chlorastrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ammolite 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 Ammolite and Chlorastrolite chemical formula.

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

Ammolite and Chlorastrolite Specific Gravity

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