Chiastolite and Microcline Physical Properties

Chiastolite and Microcline Chemical Formula

While comparing Chiastolite and Microcline 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 Microcline chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Chiastolite and Microcline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chiastolite and Microcline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chiastolite and Microcline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chiastolite is 2.55-2.63 whereas that of Microcline is 2.55-2.63.