Chlorastrolite and Catapleiite Physical Properties

Chlorastrolite and Catapleiite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorastrolite and Catapleiite 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 Catapleiite 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 Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chlorastrolite and Catapleiite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorastrolite and Catapleiite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorastrolite and Catapleiite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorastrolite is 2.72 whereas that of Catapleiite is 2.72.