Chiastolite and Pyroxmangite Physical Properties

Chiastolite and Pyroxmangite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chiastolite and Pyroxmangite 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 Pyroxmangite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Pyroxmangite- (Fe,Mn) 7Si 7O 21Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Chiastolite and Pyroxmangite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chiastolite and Pyroxmangite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chiastolite and Pyroxmangite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chiastolite is 3.76-3.77 whereas that of Pyroxmangite is 3.76-3.77.