Chlorastrolite and Chalcedony Physical Properties

Chlorastrolite and Chalcedony Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorastrolite and Chalcedony 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 Chalcedony 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 Chalcedony- SiO₂

Chlorastrolite and Chalcedony Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorastrolite and Chalcedony Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorastrolite and Chalcedony Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorastrolite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Chalcedony is 2.55-2.70.