Chiastolite and Rock Crystal Physical Properties

Chiastolite and Rock Crystal Chemical Formula

While comparing Chiastolite and Rock Crystal 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 Rock Crystal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Rock Crystal- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Chiastolite and Rock Crystal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chiastolite and Rock Crystal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chiastolite and Rock Crystal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chiastolite is 2.65 whereas that of Rock Crystal is 2.65.