Chlorastrolite and Chrysocolla Physical Properties

Chlorastrolite and Chrysocolla Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorastrolite and Chrysocolla 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 Chrysocolla 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 Chrysocolla- Cu₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄

Chlorastrolite and Chrysocolla Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorastrolite and Chrysocolla Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorastrolite and Chrysocolla Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorastrolite is 2.00-2.45 whereas that of Chrysocolla is 2.00-2.45.