Chiastolite and Pezzottaite Physical Properties

Chiastolite and Pezzottaite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chiastolite and Pezzottaite 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 Pezzottaite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Pezzottaite- (Be,Cs) 3Al 2Si 6O 18 · 0.5H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Chiastolite and Pezzottaite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chiastolite and Pezzottaite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chiastolite and Pezzottaite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chiastolite is 2.90-3.14 whereas that of Pezzottaite is 2.90-3.14.