Biotite and Chlorastrolite Physical Properties

Biotite and Chlorastrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Biotite 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 Biotite and Chlorastrolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Biotite- K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2
• Chemical formula of Chlorastrolite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe)Al 2(SiO 4)(Si 2O 7)(OH) 2 · H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Biotite and Chlorastrolite Specific Gravity

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