Chiastolite and Cubic Zirconia Physical Properties

Chiastolite and Cubic Zirconia Chemical Formula

While comparing Chiastolite and Cubic Zirconia 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 Cubic Zirconia chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Cubic Zirconia- ZrO 2 + CaO or Y 2O 3 or MgOUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Chiastolite and Cubic Zirconia Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chiastolite and Cubic Zirconia Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chiastolite and Cubic Zirconia Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chiastolite is 5.50-6.00 whereas that of Cubic Zirconia is 5.50-6.00.