Chiastolite and Muscovite Physical Properties

Chiastolite and Muscovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chiastolite and Muscovite 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 Muscovite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Muscovite- KAl 2AlSi 3O 10(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Chiastolite and Muscovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chiastolite and Muscovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chiastolite and Muscovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chiastolite is 2.78-2.88 whereas that of Muscovite is 2.78-2.88.