Chlorastrolite and Ametrine Physical Properties

Chlorastrolite and Ametrine Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorastrolite and Ametrine 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 Chlorastrolite and Ametrine chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chlorastrolite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe)Al 2(SiO 4)(Si 2O 7)(OH) 2 · H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Ametrine- SiO₂

Chlorastrolite and Ametrine Specific Gravity

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