Blue gold and Chlorastrolite Physical Properties

Blue gold and Chlorastrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Blue gold 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 Blue gold 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)

Blue gold and Chlorastrolite Specific Gravity

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