Chiastolite and Coral Physical Properties

Chiastolite and Coral Chemical Formula

While comparing Chiastolite and Coral 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 Chiastolite and Coral chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Coral- CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Chiastolite and Coral Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chiastolite and Coral Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chiastolite and Coral Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chiastolite is 2.60-2.70 whereas that of Coral is 2.60-2.70.