Chlorastrolite and Chlorite group Physical Properties

Chlorastrolite and Chlorite group Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorastrolite and Chlorite group 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 Chlorite group 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)
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Chlorastrolite and Chlorite group Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorastrolite and Chlorite group Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorastrolite and Chlorite group Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorastrolite is 2.6-3.3 whereas that of Chlorite group is 2.6-3.3.